Steyr SK-105 Kürassier
Type: Main Battle Tank
Domain: land
Country of Origin: Austria
Manufacturer: Steyr Arms
First Deployed: 1971
Overview
Austrian light tank providing Bolivian Army with mobile anti-armor capability suited for operations in challenging terrain. Bolivia operates SK-105 Kürassier procured from Austria. Features 105mm rifled gun in oscillating turret, lightweight design approximately 17 tonnes enabling operations on weak bridges and high altitudes, wheeled or tracked chassis variants. Designed for reconnaissance and tank destroyer missions rather than heavy armor combat. Employed for territorial defense and internal security. Lightweight design suited Bolivian high-altitude operations where heavier tanks struggle. However, limited armor protection restricts employment against heavy opposition. Represents Austrian defense industry export success offering niche capability. Critical for Bolivian Army providing armor firepower within infrastructure limitations. Symbolizes Bolivian pragmatic procurement selecting equipment suited to actual operating environment rather than prestige platforms.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 3 |
|---|---|
| armor | Thin steel armor |
| engine | Steyr 6-cyl diesel 320 hp |
| length | 7.76 m |
| weight | 17,500 kg |
| main_gun | 105mm rifled gun (oscillating turret, autoloader) |
| max_speed | 65 km/h |
Operators
- Argentina
- Austria
- Bolivia
- Botswana
- Brazil
- Morocco
- Tunisia
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