WiSENT 1 MC German Mine Clearing Vehicle
WiSENT 1 MC
Mine Clearing Vehicle
Other
Basic Information
Name
WiSENT 1 MC German Mine Clearing Vehicle
Designation
WiSENT 1 MC
Alternate Designation
WiSENT 1 MC
Equipment Type
Mine Clearing Vehicle
Manufacturer
FFG Innovations
Date of Introduction
2012
Description
The WiSENT 1 MC German Mine Clearing Vehicle is based on the WiSENT 1 ARV and has been specifically designed to facilitate the creation of quick and safe routes for advancing troops. It is equipped with a full-width mine-clearing plough, a crane with a 30t lifting capacity and an auxiliary winch.
Ground Specifications
Engine
Diesel (700 hp)
NBC Protection
Yes
Max Speed
62.0 km/h
Range
375.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
WiSENT 1 MC
Type
Mine Clearing Vehicle
Manufacturer
FFG Innovations
Configuration
Track
Crew
INA
Crane Lifting Capacity
30 tons
Plough
Yes
Note
It also features a magnetic signature duplicator, a front-mounted high lift adapter and a lane marking system to guide troops through the cleared pathways, ensuring their safe passage.
Dimensions
Length
8.20 m
Width
3.46 m
Height
2.95 m
Weight, Combat
44.5 tons
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
700 kW, 3.200 Nm
Maximum Range
375 km
Maximum Speed
62 km/h
Amphibious
No
Gradient
60 %
Side Slope
30 %
Vertical Step
INA
Trench
INA
Protection
Armor
The vehicle meets ballistic protection standards according to the NATO STANAG 4569 Level 5 and Level 3 protection against mines for optimal safety of the crew in high-risk regions.
Applique Armor
Available
NBC Protection
Yes
Smoke Equipment
Yes
Camouflage Net
It can also be equipped with a heat-reflecting camouflage net and available systems, which enhance the defense.
Image Sources
Notes
https://www.army-technology.com/projects/wisent-1-multi-purpose-armoured-vehicle-germany/; https://www.reddit.com/r/SlavaUkrayini/comments/16xfro6/germansupplied_wisent_1_mc_breaching_vehicle_in/; https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldDefenseNews/comments/16mlcau/ffg_presents_ukrainian_variant_of_wisent_1_mine/?rdt=38434; ;
Details
Country of Origin
Germany
Category
Mobility
Land > Combat Support Vehicles > Mobility
Filter Label
W
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
8.2 m
Width
3.46 m
Height
2.95 m
Weight
44500 kg
Operators (3)
Germany
United Kingdom
Ukraine
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