Description
APC M113 A2 MK - 1
Armoured Personnel Carrier
APC M113 A2 MK - 1 belongs to the family of most widely used combat vehicles in the world today. The economical upgrading of M113 A2 is highly suitable to meet battlefield challenges now and into the future. An improved cooling system has enhanced engine life whereas greater mobility and better ride characteristics are the result of improved suspension system currently available in APC M113 A2 MK - 1. The M113 A2 MK - 1 has a 265 HP Detroit Diesel Corporation (DDC) 6V53T turbocharged diesel engine replacing the DDC 6V53 212 HP engine found in earlier M113s. Teamed with the new engine is an Allison TX 100 - 1A transmission. Survivability is enhanced through use of external fuel tanks. Various forms of bolt-on armour can be added to increase the Armour protection of the vehicle. Specification
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CHARACTERISTICS / SPECIFICATIONS |
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Weight Combat Loaded |
25,880 Lbs (11,764 Kg) |
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Weight Curb |
22,760 Lbs (10,345 Kg) |
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Personnel Capacity (with Driver) |
13 |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
95 gal (360 Liters) |
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PERFORMANCE |
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Speed (Level Land) |
42 mph (67.59 Km / h) |
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Speed (10 % Slope) |
16.2 mph (20.47 Km / h) |
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Speed (in water) |
3.6 mph (5.8 Km / h) |
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Acceleration (0 - 20 mph) |
9.4 Sec |
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Cruising Range |
300 miles (483 Km) |
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Turning Radius |
Pivot to infinite |
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Slope |
60 % |
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Side Slope |
30 % |
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Vertical Wall |
24 inch (610 mm) |
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Trench |
66 inch (1680 mm) |
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Water Fording |
Amphibious |
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ENGINE |
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Make and Model |
Detroit Diesel 6V53T |
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Displacement |
318 cu inch (5.2 Liters) |
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Type |
Two Stroke Cycle |
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Fuel |
Diesel |
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Rated Horse Power |
265 |
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Gross Horse Power to Combat Weight Ratio |
22.94 HP / Ton |
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TRANSMISSION |
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Make and Model |
Allison TX100 - 1A |
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Type |
Automatic, 3 speed |
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Steering |
Differential or pivot brake |
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Pivot Brake Type |
Disc |
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ARMOUR AND FINAL DRIVE |
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Armour |
5083 Aluminum |
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Final Drive Type |
Gear |
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RUNNING GEAR |
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Suspension Type |
Torsion Bar |
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Springing Media |
Steel Torsion Bar |
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Number of Wheels |
5 Pairs each side |
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Wheel Size |
24 in (610 mm) |
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Track Type |
Steel single pin with detachable rubber pads |
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Number of Shoes |
63 Left 64 Right Side |
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Shock Absorbers |
3 per side |
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
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Alternator |
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Amperes |
100 |
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Voltage (DC) |
28 |
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Batteries |
2 X 12 V each |
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FIRE EXTINGUISHER |
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Fixed |
CO2 Engine Compartment |
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Portable |
CO2 Crew Compartment |
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