PARS III 8x8 Turkish Wheeled Armored Combat Vehicle

The PARS III 8x8 Turkish Wheeled Armored Combat Vehicle has been developed with special emphasis on mobility, protection, payload, and growth potential. It is equipped with cutting-edge armored vehicle technologies to achieve performance and durability, meeting the operational requirements of modern armies. The PARS III 8x8 combat vehicle weighs 30,000 kg and is powered by a diesel engine. The power pack consists of a water-cooled diesel engine, coupled to a fully automatic transmission, which allows a maximum road speed of up to 100 km/h. The PARS III 8x8 can overcome a 60% vertical slope and a 30% side slope, climb 0.7-meter-high obstacles, and cross 2-meter-wide trenches. Thanks to its unique design with its powerpack location and optimal weight balance, the vehicle has an almost equal load on each axle. This design approach enables the vehicle to move comfortably even on loose and soft terrain, providing maximum control at high speeds and short braking distances. The vehicle has 8x8 driving characteristics, and all of its axles can be locked when necessary. The central tire inflation system enables the driver to adjust tire pressure to suit various terrain conditions. The PARS III 8x8 all-axle steering system provides the vehicle with the lowest turning radius in its class, measuring 8 meters. The ability to gradually decrease the steer-by-wire angle of the rear axles and their locking over certain speeds, together with the ABS system and the engine brake, all contribute to enhanced driving safety.