Keiler NG German Armored Engineering Mine Breaching Vehicle (AEBV)

Keiler NG

Armored Engineer Vehicle

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Keiler NG German Armored Engineering Mine Breaching Vehicle (AEBV) — Keiler NG German AEBV (A)TRADOC ODIN WEG

Basic Information

Name

Keiler NG German Armored Engineering Mine Breaching Vehicle (AEBV)

Designation

Keiler NG

Alternate Designation

Keiler NG

Equipment Type

Armored Engineer Vehicle

Manufacturer

Rheinmetall

Date of Introduction

2024

Description

The Keiler NG German Armored Engineering Mine Breaching Vehicle (AEBV) is a highly protected, mobile, and modern system designed for the tactical breaching of mine barriers. It combines a mine plow with a MICLIC system, allowing the Keiler NG to clear large-scale enemy anti-tank barriers in any terrain. The created mine path is marked by an integrated Line Marking System, ensuring visibility for following forces, even in low light conditions or at night. Based on a Leopard 2 chassis, the Keiler NG benefits from the agility of this platform and effectively utilizes the logistics available for the Leopard family of vehicles. With both active and passive protection measures, along with high mobility, this system is equipped to open mine barriers quickly. It meets the tactical requirements essential for addressing current challenges on the battlefield.

Ground Specifications

Crew 2

Mobility Type Tracked

Main Weapon 12.7mm x 99mm

Engine Diesel (1100 hp)

NBC Protection Yes

Max Speed 60.0 km/h

System

Alternative Designation Keiler NG

Type Armored Engineering Mine Breaching Vehicle (AEBV)

Manufacturer Rheinmetall

Configuration Track

Chassis based on a Leopard 2 chassis

Crew 2 ea

Mine Plough The Keiler NG ABV is equipped with a mine plough, a rocket-assisted mine-clearing line charge, and a magnetic signature duplicator, allowing it to penetrate deep enemy obstacles across various terrains. The ABV is equipped with the Pearson mine plough, which is more than 4m wide. The mine plough can clear mines at a speed of up to 250m per minute and is equipped with a quick-change front-end interface for easy switching between a mine plough and a dozer blade. The Keiler NG ABV also has a magnetic signature duplicator that triggers second-generation mines before the plough reaches them.

Rocket-Assisted Mine-Clearing System For solid ground clearance, the Plofadder rocket-assisted mine-clearing system from Rheinmetall Denel Munition is mounted on the Keiler NG ABV. The Plofadder system is capable of creating a breach 160m long and 9m wide in minefields and obstacles within minutes. When fired in overlapping bursts, the two Plofadder systems of the Keiler NG can clear minefields up to 250m deep.

Lane Marking System Additionally, its lane marking system marks the paths for following forces, even in low visibility or at night.

Dimensions

Length 10.5 m including mine plough

Width 5.63 m mine plough unfolded

Height 3.5 m with Natter weapon station

Weight, Combat 69.5 tons

Automotive

Engine Name Leopard2 MT873

Engine Type Diesel

Engine Power 1,100kW

Maximum Range INA

Maximum Speed 60 km/h

Amphibious No

Climbing Ability 0.9m (standard)/PiPz3 Kodiak 1.1m

Side Slope 60%

Lateral Slope Angle 30%

Trench 2.5 m

Wading Depth 1.20m/deep wading depth 2.25m/

Main Weapon System

Note The remote-controlled NATTER 12.7 weapon station allows for the integration of various upgrade kits, accommodating weapons ranging from 5.56mm x 45mm to 12.7mm x 99mm calibres, as well as the GMW 40mm.

Protection

Armor The foundation of the Keiler NG's defense is its highly protected chassis derived from the Leopard 2 Main Battle Tank and the Kodiak AEBV. This provides robust protection against common battlefield threats, including conventional anti-tank mines.

Applique Armor INA

NBC Protection Yes

Smoke Equipment Yes

Image Sources

Notes https://www.rheinmetall.com/en/products/tracked-vehicles/tracked-armoured-vehicles/mine-clearing-tank-keiler

Details

Country of Origin Germany

Category Mobility

Land > Combat Support Vehicles > Mobility

Classification

Domain

Ground

Equipment Status

Active

Dimensions

Length

10.5 m

Width

5.63 m

Height

3.5 m

Weight

69500 kg

Operators (1)

Germany

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