SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Tracked armored vehicle replacing the M113 family in five mission roles: general purpose, mortar carrier, mission command, medical evacuation, and medical treatment. Based on a modified Bradley hull with improved protection, mobility, and electrical power. Over 2,900 vehicles planned.
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AMPV - BAE Systems
ADVANTAGES
- Replaces aging M113; vastly improved protection and mobility
- Common chassis with Bradley for logistics efficiency
- Multiple variants serve diverse combat support roles
- Mine-resistant hull design
DISADVANTAGES
- Heavier than M113; not as easily air-transportable
- No offensive armament in most variants
- Production ramp-up slower than planned
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
HULLMine-Resistant Design
ENGINECummins 600 Hp Diesel
WEIGHT~30 Tonnes
CHASSISCommon With M2 Bradley
REPLACESM113 APC
VARIANTSGeneral Purpose, Mortar Carrier, Medical Evacuation, Medical Treatment, Mission Command
MANUFACTURERBAE Systems
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