Wisent 2 German Armored Recovery Vehicle
Wisent 2
Armored Recovery Vehicle
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Basic Information
Name
Wisent 2 German Armored Recovery Vehicle
Designation
Wisent 2
Alternate Designation
Wisent 2
Equipment Type
Armored Recovery Vehicle
Manufacturer
German FFG company as a private venture
Date of Introduction
2012
Description
WISENT 2 is one of the world’s most advanced multi-functional armored support vehicle, which can be used as an armored recovery vehicle (ARV) or an armored engineer vehicle (AEV). Developed by Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft (FFG), the vehicle is based on the combat-proven Leopard 2 main battle tank (MBT).
Ground Specifications
Crew
3
Engine
Diesel (1 hp)
NBC Protection
Yes
Max Speed
65.0 km/h
Range
650.0 km
Variants
Wisent 1
The Wisent 1 or Bergepanzer Wisent was developed by a German FFG company as a private venture. It is intended mainly for export. It is worth noting that FFG company has considerable experience in the upgrade and overhaul of various armored vehicles. The Wisent 1 evolved from a vehicle, known as the Armored Recovery Vehicle 2000 or ARV 2000.
System
Alternative Designation
Wisent 2
Type
Armored Recovery Vehicle
Manufacturer
German FFG company as a private venture
Crew
3 ea
Bucket Capacity
1.3 m³
Dig Depth
4.4 m
Lifting Capacity
32 t
Winch Capacity
40 t
Towed Load
62 t
Earth Working Capacity (Dozer)
400 m³/h
Earth Working Capacity (Excavator Arm)
260-300 m³/h
Note
The Wisent 2 is an unusual multi-purpose vehicle. It can be reconfigured from Armored Engineer Vehicle (AEV) to Armored Recovery Vehicle (ARV) in less than 5 hours. The whole concept behind this vehicle is a modular platform, that can be fitted with various add-on and interchangeable equipment.
Dimensions
Length
10.5 m
Width
3.54 m
Height
3.1 m
Weight
57 t
Automotive
Engine Name
MTU MB 873 Ka501
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
1 500
Transmission
INA
Maximum Speed
65 km/h
Range
650 km
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
30%
Vertical Step
1.15 m
Trench
3 m
Fording
1 m
Main Weapon System
Note
This multi-purpose vehicle can be fitted with remotely-controlled weapon station, armed with a 12.7 mm machine gun for self-defense. This weapon station is optional.
Protection
Hull Armor
The Wisent 2 is based on the Leopard 2 main battle tank. This combat vehicle also has a high level of protection against landmines and improvised explosive devices. It withstands blasts equivalent to 10 kg of TNT under any track location or anywhere under the hull. Interior is lined with a spall liner.
Applique Armor
Available
Mine Clearing
Yes, Add-on passive, or reactive explosive armor can be fitted for even higher level of protection.
NBC Protection
Yes
Smoke Equipment
No
Details
Country of Origin
Germany
Category
Survivability
Land > Survivability
Filter Label
W
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
10.5 m
Width
3.54 m
Height
3.1 m
Weight
57000 kg
Operators (1)
Germany
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