DESCRIPCIÓN DEL SISTEMA
Eight-wheeled modular infantry vehicle (MIV) selected by the British Army under the Mechanised Infantry Vehicle programme to equip STRIKE brigades. Features a unique mission module concept allowing rapid role reconfiguration — infantry carrier, ambulance, command, and other variants can be swapped within hours. Weight of approximately 38 tonnes with V-hull mine protection, modular composite and applique armor, and a remote weapon station. The UK variant will integrate the British battle management system and communications suite. 623 vehicles ordered for the British Army with deliveries ongoing.
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VENTAJAS
- Modular mission module system allows rapid role reconfiguration
- Excellent strategic mobility; self-deployable over long distances
- High mine and IED protection proven in operations
- NATO-wide user base ensures logistics commonality
DESVENTAJAS
- UK joining program late means limited industrial workshare initially
- Heavy for an 8x8; limits C-130/A400M air transport options
- No integral heavy weapon in base infantry variant
- Module swap concept theoretically flexible but rarely exercised operationally
ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS
CREW2-3 + 8 Troops
TYPE8x8 Multi-Role Armored Vehicle
SPEED103 Km/H
ENGINEMTU 8V 199 TE20 (710 Hp)
WEIGHT~33 Tonnes
VARIANTSInfantry, Ambulance, Command, Engineer
PROTECTIONSTANAG 4569 Level 4+; Mine Protection Level 4
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