GZM-003 Chinese Tracked Self-Propelled Pontoon Bridge
GZM-003
Tracked Self-Propelled Pontoon Bridge
Other
Basic Information
Name
GZM-003 Chinese Tracked Self-Propelled Pontoon Bridge
Designation
GZM-003
Alternate Designation
GZM-003
Equipment Type
Tracked Self-Propelled Pontoon Bridge
Manufacturer
NORINCO
Date of Introduction
2015
Description
The GZM-003 Chinese Tracked Self-Propelled Pontoon Bridge units can be used as a ferry to enable tracked and wheeled vehicles to rapidly cross a water obstacle. Two GMZ003s can be coupled together to transport heavier vehicles. A number of GMZ003 systems can be coupled together to form a bridge across a river or lake for a significant increase in wet gap crossing capability.
Ground Specifications
Crew
3
Mobility Type
Tracked
Max Speed
55.0 km/h
Range
500.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
GZM-003
Type
Tracked Self-Propelled Pontoon Bridge
Manufacturer
Norinco
Chassis
The Type GZM-003 is based on a chain chassis made in China with six rollers.
Crew
3 ea
Emplacmeent Time
The company claims that it requires only six minutes to be prepared to receive the first vehicles for a river crossing. It takes eight minutes to couple two GZM-003s together.
Displacement Time
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Sea State
The GZM-003 Chinese Tracked Self-Propelled Pontoon Bridge can operate in rivers with a maximum water speed of up to 2.5 m/s but performance could be limited in fast-flowing rivers.
Note #1
Each unit of the GZM-003 has a folding loading and unloading path, which allows loading and unloading from both sides.
Note #2
The GZM-003 Chinese Tracked Self-Propelled Pontoon Bridge units can be used as a ferry to enable tracked and wheeled vehicles to rapidly cross a water obstacle. Two GMZ003s can be coupled together to transport heavier vehicles. A number of GMZ-003 systems can be coupled together to form a bridge across a river or lake for a significant increase in wet gap crossing capability.
Dimensions
Length
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Width
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Height
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Weight
The bridge system – excluding the vehicle and other carried equipment – has a combat weight of 43 tons
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
INA
Engine Power
INA
Maximum Road Speed
55 km/h
Range
500 km
Amphibious
Yes, It is also fully amphibious being propelled through the water by propellers that operate via a power-take-off from the main diesel engine.
Maximum Amphibious Speed
10 km/h
Note
When travelling the large pontoons mounted either side are swung through 180° and stowed on the top to reduce its width.
Protection
Hull Armor
INA
Applique Armor
INA
Mine Clearing
No
NBC Protection
INA
Smoke Equipment
INA
Image Sources
Details
Country of Origin
China
Category
Mobility
Land > Combat Support Vehicles > Mobility
Filter Label
G
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
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Width
—
Height
—
Weight
43000 kg
Operators (2)
Russia
China
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