DURO IIIP (DURO GMTF) Swiss 6x6 Multi-Role Armored Vehicle

DURO IIIP

Multipurpose Armored Vehicle

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Basic Information

Name

DURO IIIP (DURO GMTF) Swiss 6x6 Multi-Role Armored Vehicle

Designation

DURO IIIP

Alternate Designation

DURO IIIP; DURO GMTF

Equipment Type

Multipurpose Armored Vehicle

Manufacturer

General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS)

Date of Introduction

2007

Description

The DURO IIIP is a modular vehicle based on a common chassis to which different mission modules can be fitted. In its most numerous configuration the vehicle is used as an APC, although it may more accurately be thought of as a protected mobility platform designed to patrol contested areas, rather than traverse a fire zone to enable a section of infantry to engage a target.

Ground Specifications

Crew 2

Mobility Type Wheeled (6x6)

Main Weapon Kongsberg PROTECTOR M151

Engine 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel (242 hp)

NBC Protection Yes

Max Speed 100.0 km/h

Range 600.0 km

Variants

DURO I The DURO (Durable Robust) is a series of wheeled, multi-purpose military transport vehicles produced by General Dynamics European Land Systems/MOWAG in both four and six wheel drive.

DURO II INA

DURO IIIP (DURO GMTF) The DURO IIIP is a modular vehicle based on a common chassis to which different mission modules can be fitted. In its most numerous configuration the vehicle is used as an APC, although it may more accurately be thought of as a protected mobility platform designed to patrol contested areas, rather than traverse a fire zone to enable a section of infantry to engage a target.

YAK The YAK is an upgraded, ballistic and mine-protected, variant of the DURO IIIP 6x6 chassis used by the German Army. It is made by Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles.

System

Alternative Designation DURO IIIP; DURO GMTF

Type Multi-Role Armored Vehicle

Manufacturer MOWAG

Family DURO Series

Configuration 6x6

Crew 2 ea

Passenger Capacity 12 ea

Dimensions

Length 6.75 m

Width 2.20 m

Height 2.67 m

Weight, Standard 10,000 kg

Weight, Combat 13,500 kg

Wheelbase 3.53 m + 1.20 m

Ground Clearance 0.4 m

Automotive

Engine Name Cummins ISB 6.7

Engine Type 6 cylinders, turbocharged, diesel

Engine Power 242 hp

Fuel Capacity 180 liters

Maximum Speed 100 km/h

Range 600 km

Gearbox Allison S 2000 SP

Transfer Box two speed

Steering hydraulic power assisted

Suspension De Dion axles with wheel hub gear, patented roll stabilizer

Electrical System 24V

Brakes hydraulic over air disc with ABS

Tires 335/80 R20

Gradient 60%

Angle of Approach 42°

Angle of Departure 40°

Fording 0.8 m

Vertical Obstacle 0.50 m

Turning Radius 8 m

Main Weapon System

Note Those vehicles in service with Switzerland as APCs are armed with a Kongsberg PROTECTOR M151. The M151 incorporates a Rheinmetall soft-mount, which enables the end user to choose from a wide variety of weapons including the M249 SAW MG, an M240B MG, an M2 MG or the Mk19. The M151 allows for the mixing of lethal and less-lethal weapons on a single mount.

Fire Control

Name INA

Computerized FCS None

Day Camera Rheinmetall Vingeye CCD day camera

Thermal Camera Thales Thermal Imaging Module (TIM) thermal camera

Protection

Hull Armor The rear and front compartments are armored to provide protection from small arms fire and shell splinters. Some protection is also provided against anti-personnel mines. The armor is believed to consist of a layer of high hardness steel with and additional layer of modular armor, which provides improved protection from ballistic threats. The windows installed in the hull are protected to the same level as the armored sections of the hull. These features provide the occupants with a higher level of protection if the vehicle goes over a mine.

Applique Armor Available

Explosive Reactive Armor No

Mine Clearing No

NBC Protection Yes

Smoke Equipment INA

Image Sources

Notes https://www.militarytoday.com/apc/mowag_duro_iiip.htm; https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mowag_Duro; https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:MOWAG_Duro_IIIP_f%C3%BCr_die_Schweizer_Armee.jpg;

Details

Country of Origin Switzerland

Category Wheeled Heavy Armored Vehicles

Land > Heavy Armored Vehicles > Wheeled Heavy Armored Vehicles

Classification

Domain

Ground

Equipment Status

Active

Dimensions

Length

6.75 m

Width

2.2 m

Height

2.67 m

Weight

13500 kg

Operators (3)

Germany

Denmark

Switzerland

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