M113A3 APC
Type: apc
Domain: land
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Manufacturer: BAE Systems (USA)
First Deployed: 1990
Overview
Morocco operates the M113A3 armored personnel carrier as a workhorse for mechanized infantry and support roles. The M113 family is one of the most widely-produced armored vehicles in history with 80,000+ built. The A3 variant features an upgraded engine (275 hp), improved suspension, and updated electronics compared to earlier models. Morocco uses the M113A3 for troop transport, command variants, mortar carriers, and ambulances alongside more modern wheeled APCs. The vehicle is familiar to Moroccan forces through decades of US military assistance.
Technical Specifications
| Crew | 2 + 11 troops |
|---|---|
| Range | 480 km |
| Engine | Detroit Diesel 6V53T (205 kW) |
| Weight | 12.3 tonnes |
| Armament | 1× .50 cal M2HB HMG (optional) |
| Max Speed | 66 km/h |
| Amphibious | Yes |
| Protection | Aluminum alloy armor (12.7mm equivalent) |
Operators
- Morocco
- United States
- NATO members
- Egypt
- Israel
- Jordan
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