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Page 1: ARMOURED · 2020. 6. 15. · ARIETE MBT DARDO AIFV/ATGM WHEELED VEHICLES The Centauro Family VBA Amphibious Armoured Vehicle TRACKED VEHICLES CENTAURO ACP Command Post CENTAURO AMC

A full range of armoured fighting vehiclesfulfilling the operational requirements of the 21st century.

ARMOUREDVehicles

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The Iveco – Oto Melara Consortium, CIO in short, is formed between Iveco Defence Vehicles, a CNH Industrial company, andLeonardo, and for over 30 years it has been the reference point for the Italian MoD in terms of ground vehicles. Its origins canbe traced back to the early ‘80s when Italy, on the verge of launching a programme to fully renew its combat vehicles park, feltthe need for a single industrial interface. This led in 1985 to join the two national land armaments prime companies, Iveco andOTO Melara, into a consortium with equal participation. Each company brought its capabilities to develop a brand new familyof wheeled and tracked vehicles ranging from MBTs to light wheeled APCs.Iveco Defence Vehicles is responsible for engines, gears and all the automotive components, the hull and the final integration ofwheeled armoured vehicles while Leonardo is responsible for weapon systems, sight and fire control systems of both wheeled andtracked vehicles, the hull and the final integration of tracked armoured vehicles. Both companies have excellent skills in the fieldof protection against direct fire, mines and IEDs.

Iveco Defence Vehicles is dedicated to delivering innovative automotive and protection solutions to meet the needs of militarycustomers worldwide. The company manufactures specialist military logistic, protected and armoured vehicles in its facility inBolzano in Northern Italy, as well as marketing Iveco’s full commercial range, adapted as necessary to meet the demands of themilitary user. In consequence, Iveco Defence Vehicles has a full range of vehicles to meet a broad spectrum of defence applications.

Leonardo Defence Systems is active in naval, land and air weapon systems with state-of-the-art technologies. It is organizedaccording to different product lines: production and research and development capabilities ranging from turret weapon systems andnaval guns to missile launchers, from conventional to guided ammunition and from combat vehicles and artillery to antiaircraftsystems and UGVs. Leonardo Defence Systems is a strong player for high-tech military supplies to domestic and foreign Armed Forcesalike, because it is a well consolidated, traditional, worldwide-known, and reliable company.

CIO has extended its action beyond national borders and has now become a reference on the export market for all those productsthat include components provided by the two partners.

Company Profile

HQ Bolzano (I)Watford (UK)Brussels (B)Ulm (D)Madrid (E)Belo Horizonte (BR)

ROME (I) Commercial Premises Italy

La SpeziaLivornoBresciaPozzuoliSubsidiaries Companies

Valencia (E)Rio De Janeiro (BR)Singapore (SGP)

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Product RangeA full range of armoured fighting vehicles fulfilling the operational requirements of the 21st century.

CENTAURO MGS120mm / 105mm

CENTAURO AIFV/ATGM“Freccia”

CENTAURO APCPersonnel Carrier

CENTAURO ARVRecovery

ARIETE MBT DARDO AIFV/ATGM

WHEELED VEHICLESThe Centauro Family

VBAAmphibious Armoured

Vehicle

TRACKED VEHICLES

CENTAURO ACPCommand Post

CENTAURO AMCMortar Carrier

PUMA LAV 4x4 PUMA LAV 6x6

The Puma Family

Dardo Family Variants

DARDO Ambulance DARDO Command Post DARDO Mortar Carrier

CENTAURO IIMGS 120/ 105mm

CENTAURO AIFV/OWS 30“Freccia/OWS 30”

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WHEELED VEHICLES

The Centauro MGS - 8X8 Wheeled Main Gun System is a new concept in weapon systems: a real tank on wheels.

It has the same sighting capability and the fire power of a last generation Main Battle tank. The Centauro can reach

a max speed of 110 km/h on roads, and meets all NATO mobility standard specifications for obstacles,

trench breaching and slope tests etc. The vehicle is fitted with run flat tyres allowing it to operate in the most

extreme terrain. Low ground pressure allows the vehicle to manoeuvre over rocks, sand, marsh and soft grounds.

All of the Centauro's MGS features have been extensively tested in extreme environmental conditions including

hot, dry deserts; cold and icy Nordic countries and rain forest environment.

The vehicle hull is made of ballistic steel giving a high protection level against small caliber weaponry,

artillery and mortar shell splinters. The Centauro can be fitted with add-on armour plates without any significant

loss of mobility. The HITFACT® turret accommodates a crew of three men: loader, gunner and commander.

The turret can be fitted with 105 mm or 120 mm main weapons which can fire all existing standard NATO kinetic

or chemical energy ammunition. The Centauro is the only 8x8 MGS capable of firing both 105 and 120mm main

weapons (fully stabilised) on the move and even at 90 degrees to the hull centerline and at depressed elevations.

CENTAURO MGS120 mm/105 mm

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CENTAURO MGS120 mm / 105 mm

Length with or without barrelHeight (hull)

(with turret)Overall Widthwith or without fenderGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

8.48/7.63 m1.75 m

2.83 (2.73) m

3.05/2.90 m0.42 m2.50 m

40°40°

1 + 3

Dimensions

GVW (Maximum)PayloadInternal volume

27.0 t8.0 t

10 m3

Weight / Payload / Volume

Performance

Max. speed (paved road)GradientSide slopeRange on road (70 km/h)StepTrenchFording depth(without preparation)Turning circle radius(curb to curb)Power to weight ratio(in combat order)

110 km/h> 60%> 30%

650 km0.5 m

> 1.2 m

> 1.2 m

< 9.0 m

20 HP/t

Mobility

Engine

FuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO 82626V turbocharged after cooler

Diesel fuel/JP8382 kW (520HP)

1870 Nm (190 kgm)Automatic type

5 + 2 r.

Driveline / Suspension

Single-differential twin-shaft design(H-shaped driveline)Hydro-pneumatic and independent suspensionSteering on 1st - 2nd and 4th axleAll - disk braking system

Wheels

14.00R20 XZL/XMLRun-flat VFI systemCentral Tyre Inflation System (CTIS)

Survivability

Low vehicle profileHigh hardness monocoque steel hullDirect fire ballistic armour (base level)Anti-personnel mines protection (base level)Laser warning system (as option in turret)

Options

Hydraulic WinchNBC protection(collective with individual backup)Fire Extinguishing/Anti-explosion systemin Crew cabinAuxiliary heaterAnti-explosion/self-sealing fuel tanksDirect fire ballistic armour (advanced level)AT mines protection (advanced level)

Crew

3 men (commander, gunner and loader)

Armament

Main armamentAuxiliary armamentCoaxial machine gunToT machine gun SapphireAA pintle mounted (option)Smoke grenade launchers

120/45 (105/52)

1x7.62 mm1x7.62 mm1x12.7 mm

8x80 dischargers

Ammunition

All standard NATO kinetic and chemicalAmmunition stowage120 or 105 mmToT MgCoaxial MgSmoke grenade

9 rds (up to 14 rds)450 rds700 rds

16 rds

Electrical servo systems

Training arc

Elevation arc

Training speed/acceleration (max)

Elevation speed/acceleration (max)

unlimited-6° / +16°

0.5 rad/sec (0.75 rad/sec2)

0.5 rad/sec (1 rad/sec2)

Turret120mm (105mm)

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The new Centauro armoured vehicle represents a new stage in the evolution of the storied Centauro 105 and120mm armoured vehicle, the first 8x8 wheeled antitank vehicle in the world with a high-pressure gun.As regards mobility in particular, the power-to-weight ratio, increased to 24 HP/tonne, provides unequalledperformance in terms of speed and acceleration thanks to the new-generation IVECO engine, offering more than720 HP, and to the associated modernisation of the transmission, braking system and control electronics.The digital tyre pressure control (CTIS), allied with run-flat systems, the new suspension and the low nominalground pressure allow the new Centauro armoured vehicle to extricate itself from any type of terrain.As for ballistic armour, protection levels are significantly higher than in the past, with a completely rearrangedhull chassis and turret design, integratable add-on ballistics and technical solutions, tested to the AEP 55 standard,capable of handling threats such as mines, IEDs and the latest-generation kinetic munitions.Crew safety has also been further increased, with partitioning of stand-by ammunition and stores within the hull,in addition to the state-of-the-art NBC, fire-fighting and anti-explosion systems. As regards ergonomics, theammunition reserves in the hull are automated, as is the new automatic loading system in the turret.The third generation 120/45 mm gun (optional 105/52mm interchangeable to 120 mm), with integrated andstabilised low-recoil muzzle brake, provides the same fire power as most modern main battle tanks, with thecapability of firing all latest generation 120 mm NATO APFSDS and multi-role MP munitions.The turret, equipped with new anti-mine seats, has a crew of three men - commander, gunner and loader - withthe latter able to use the new automatic loading system, while being able also to undertake manual loadingoperations, as back-up, or other emergency operations. Optronic equipment includes a panoramic commander’ssight and a gunner’s sight, both latest-generation, and a back-up sight for use in degraded mode. The vehicle isfully network-integrated (for NCW).In the turret, as an alternative to the external turntable-mounted anti-aircraft machine gun, a remote-operatedHITROLE Light turret can be installed, with the possibility of using 7.62 or 12.7 calibre machine guns as well as40 mm AGLs, integrated with the firing system, allowing the loader to undertake battlefield surveillance from aprotected position.

CENTAURO IIMGS 120/105

WHEELED VEHICLES

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CENTAURO IIMGS 120/105

Length with 120mm barrelHeight (hull)

(with turret)Overall Widthwith or without mirrorsGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeatsGross weight

8.26 m2.10 m3.65 m

3.38/3.12 m0.40 m2.65 m

40°40°

1 + 330 t

Dimensions

Performance

Max. speed (paved road)GradientSide slopeRange on road (70 km/h)StepTrenchFording depth(without preparation)Turning circle radius(curb to curb)Power to weight ratio(in combat order)

> 105 km/h> 60%> 30%

> 800 km> 0.6 m

> 2 m

> 1.5 m

< 9.0 m

24 CV/t

Mobility

EngineFuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO VECTOR 8V - EURO IIIDiesel fuel/JP8

533 kW (720HP)2500 Nm (255 kgfm)

Automatic7 + 1 r.

Driveline / Suspensions

Single-differential twin-shaft design(H-shaped driveline)Hydro-pneumatic and independent suspensionSteering on 1st - 2nd and 4th axleAll - disk braking system

Wheels

14.00R20 XZL/XMLRun-flat VFI systemCentral Tyre Inflation System (CTIS)

Survivability

Low vehicle profileHigh hardness monocoque steel hullDirect fire ballistic armour (modular)Anti – tank mines protection (modular)Laser warning systemFire Extinguishing/Anti-Explosion systemin crew cabin/engine compartment/ammunitions storage boxes (hull and turret)NBC protection(collective with individual backup)Auxiliary heaterAnti-explosion tanks

Options

Direct fire ballistic armour - advanced levelAT mines protection - advanced level

Crew

3 men (commander, gunner and loader)

Armament

Main armament

Auxiliary armamentCoaxial machine gunRWSExternal MG(alternative to RWS)Smoke grenades launchers

1x120mm/45 LRF(option 105mm/52 LRF)

1x7.62 mmHITROLE Mod.L

1x7.62mm/1x12.7 mm

8x81 dischargers

Ammunition

All standard NATO kinetic and chemicalAmmunition stowage:120 or 105 mm

Coaxial machine gunRWS /External MG (option)

Smoke grenadeAmmunition compartmentLoading system

12 rds ready to fire(n°6 Automatic loading system, N°6 manual rack)

750 rds

1000 rds (7.62mm)400 rds (12.7mm)

96 rds (40mm)16 rds

anti blastAutomatic (Manual back up)

Electrical servo systems

Training arc

Elevation arc

Max Training speed

Max Training Acceleration

Max Elevation speed

Max Elevation Acceleration

unlimited-7° / +16°

0.4 rad/sec0.7 rad/sec2

0.5 rad/sec0.8 rad/sec2

Turret

Sight systems

Electro opticalCommander sight:Training arcElevation arcDayIR III Gen.Gunner sight:Training arcElevation arcDay/IR III Gen.Backup

digital video output

unlimited-20° / +60°

continuous zoom 10X2 FOV

-9°/+9°-7° / +16°

2 FOVmechanically linked direct view

Communication

Radio SystemIntercomBMSAnti RC-IED

HF+VHF+UHF+UHF LB+SAT Digital

IntegratedIntegrated

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The Centauro Armoured Infantry Fighting Vehicle “Freccia” is an 8X8 wheeled armoured vehicle which combines

the proven and highly reliable drive train of the Centauro Family with a hull especially designed to ensure maximum

crew survivability. The inner volume of about 11m3, can accommodate a driver, a two man turret and 8 fully

equipped dismounts. Hydraulically operated, the low angle rear ramp allows particular ease of access and dismount

capability with special consideration given to troops laden with heavy kit. The Centauro AIFV “Freccia” design

is focused on providing the infantry with the firepower and protection they need to undertake their mission

effectively, be it in war or peacekeeping. To this end, it is equipped with a two-man HITFIST™ Plus turret mounting

a 25 mm or 30 mm cannon as well as the associated fire control system and a range of sighting systems.

A coaxial 7.62 mm MG is standard. A mount for an external 5.56/7.62 mm MG is available if required.

In the Anti Tank configuration the turret can be fitted with two Anti-Tank Guided Missile system.

Two missiles are ready to fire in external launchers and 8 missiles are stowed in the hull.

The adoption of the innovative “H shaped” transmission with twin side mounted drive shafts in place of the more

traditional single central shaft, provides the vehicle with a low silhouette and an inherently more stealthy profile

than others in its class. As with all the vehicles belonging to the Centauro family, the Centauro AIFV has outstanding

tactical mobility, based on its powerful Iveco engine driving an automatic gearbox and enhanced by 3-axle steering.

Independent hydropneumatic MacPherson suspension on each wheel provides exceptional ride quality,

also derived from long suspension travel. The vehicle is equipped with full command, control and communication

system and is the core platform of the netcentric scenario.

CENTAURO AIFV/ATGM“Freccia”

WHEELED VEHICLES

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CENTAURO AIFV/ATGM“Freccia”

LengthHeight (hull)

(with turret)Overall WidthGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

8.56 m2.04 m3.18 m2.99 m0.41 m2.50 m

40°40°

1 + 2 + 8

Empty weightPayloadGVW (Maximum)Internal volume

22.0 t8.0 t

30.0 t11 m3

Weight / Volume / Payload

Performance

Max. speed (paved road)GradientSide slopeRange on road (70 km/h)StepTrenchFording depth(without preparation)Turning circle radius(curb to curb)Power to weight ratio(in combat order)

110 km/h> 60%> 30%

> 800 km≥ 0.6 m

≥ 2 m

1.5 m

< 9.0 m

21 HP/t

Mobility

Engine

FuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO 82626V turbocharged after cooler

Diesel fuel/JP8405 kW (550HP)

2000 Nm (202 kgm)Automatic type

5 + 2 r.

Driveline / Suspension

Single-differential twin-shaft design(H-shaped driveline)Hydro-pneumatic and independent suspensionSteering on 1st - 2nd and 4th axleAll - disk “Full - Power” braking system

Wheels

14.00R20 XZL/XMLRun-flat VFI systemCentral Tyre Inflation System (CTIS)

Survivability

Low vehicle profileHigh hardness monocoque steel hullDirect fire ballistic armour (base level)AT mines protection (base level)Anti-mine seatsLaser warning system

Options

Hydraulic WinchNBC protection(collective with individual backup)Fire Extinguishing/Anti-explosion systemin Crew cabinAuxiliary heatersAnti-explosion/self-sealing fuel tanksDirect fire ballistic armour (advanced level)AT mines protection (advanced level)Specific IED protection suite

Crew

2 men (commander and gunner)

Armament

Main

Coaxial

External Anti-Aircraft

Grenade launchers

n° 1 KBA OERLIKON 25 mmor n° 1 ATK MK 44 30 mm

n°1 MG 7.62 mmn° 2 ATGM Launchers (option)

n° 1 MG 7.62/5.56 mmn° 8 GALIX x 80 mm

Ammunition

Main gun

Coaxial gun

External Anti-Aircraft

Grenades

n° 200 rounds (minimum) ready to fire(n° 120 HE + n° 80 APDS or vice-versa)

n° 600 rounds ready to fire

n° 200 rounds (minimum) 7.62 mm ready to fire

n° 8 grenades ready to firen° 8 grenades stored in the turret

Electrical servo systems

Azimuth

Elevation

Maximum speed (elevation)

Minimum speed (elevation)

Maximum acceleration (elevation)

Maximum speed (azimuth)

Minimum speed (azimuth)

Maximum acceleration (azimuth)

continuos n x 360°-10° +60°

0.5 rad/sec0.5 mrad/sec

1 rad/sec2

1 rad/sec0.5 mrad/sec

1 rad/sec2

Gunner sights

n° 1 frontal episcopeDay/night sight and LRF with visualizationof the images on a TFT display

Commander sights

n° 8 episcopes around the hatchTFT display for the visualization of the imagescoming from the day/night gunner sight.Day/night panoramic sight and LRF withvisualization of the images on a TFT display.

Driver sights

n° 3 episcopes in front of the hatchnight vision goggles

TurretDimensions

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The Centauro Armoured Infantry Fighting Vehicle “Freccia” is an 8x8 wheeled vehicle which combines the provenand highly reliable drive train of the Centauro Family with a hull especially designed to ensure maximum crewsurvivability. The inner volume exceeding 12m3 can accommodate the driver, a two man turret (in the mannedversion with basket or overhead unmanned) and 8 fully equipped dismounts. Hydraulically operated, the low anglerear ramp allows particular ease of access and dismount capability with special consideration given to troops ladenwith heavy kit. The Centauro AIFV “Freccia” design is focused on providing the infantry with the firepowerand protection they need to undertake their mission effectively, be it in war or peacekeeping.The adoption of the innovative “H shaped” transmission with twin side mounted drive shafts in place of the moretraditional single central shaft, provides the vehicle with a low silhouette and an inherently more stealthy profilethan others in its class. As with all the vehicles belonging to the Centauro family, the Centauro AIFV has outstandingtactical mobility, based on its powerful Iveco engine driving and automatic gearbox and enhanced by 3-axle steering.Independent hydropneumatic MacPherson suspensions on each wheel provide exceptional ride quality, also derivedfrom long suspension travel. The vehicle is equipped with full command, control and communication system andis the core platform of the netcentric scenario.The overhead version is equipped with the HITFIST OWS 30mm turret, a remotely operated weapon stationincorporating the latest technologies in the fields of electronics, signature and Man Machine Interface (MMI).A best in class in terms of lethality, survivability and fightability.The weapon station is easily installable, without hull penetration, on any tracked and wheeled platform and it isready to fire without preparation. The main armament consists of the ATK Mk44 30mm chain gun, electricallycontrolled in elevation, traversing and firing operations. As an option the main armament can also be completedby the introduction of two Anti Tank missile launchers, side mounted. The weapon station turret is fitted for asecondary armament, a 7,62mm machine gun coaxially mounted.

CENTAURO AIFV/OWS 30“Freccia/OWS 30”

WHEELED VEHICLES

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CENTAURO AIFV/OWS 30“Freccia/OWS 30”

LengthHeight (hull)

(with turret)Overall WidthGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

8.06 m2.04 m3.18 m3.00 m0.41 m2.50 m

40°40°

1 + 10

Dimensions

Empty weightPayloadGVW (Maximum)Internal volume

22.0 t8.5 t

30.5 t12.5 m3

Weight / Volume / Payload

Performance

Max. speed (paved road)GradientSide slopeRange on road (70 km/h)StepTrenchFording depth(without preparation)Turning circle radius(curb to curb)Power to weight ratio(in combat order)

110 km/h> 60%> 30%

> 800 km0.6 m2.0 m

1.5 m

< 9.0 m

20.0 HP/t

Mobility

Engine

FuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO6V turbocharged after cooler

Diesel fuel/JP8405 kW (550HP)

2100 NmAutomatic

5 + 2 r.

Driveline / Suspension

Single-differential twin-shaft design(H-shaped driveline)Hydro-pneumatic and independent suspensionSteering on 1st - 2nd and 4th axleAll disk “Full - Power” braking system

Wheels

14.00R20 XZL/XMLRun-flat VFI systemCentral Tyre Inflation System (CTIS)

Survivability

Low vehicle profileHigh hardness monocoque steel hullDirect fire ballistic armourAT mines protection (different levels)Anti-mine seatsLaser warning systemNBC protection(collective with individual backup)Fire Extinguishing/Anti-explosion systemin Crew cabin/Engine compartmentAnti-explosion/fuel tanksSpecific IED protection suite

Armament

Main weaponSecondary weaponAnti tank weapon

30mm MK44 ATK7.62 mm coaxial

2 missilelaunchers (twined)

Driver sights

n° 3 episcopes in front of the hatchNight vision goggles

Turret Hitfist OWS 30mm

Ancillaries

Hydraulic winchAuxiliary heaters

Firing direction system

Main weapon:Gunner sight:

Commander sight:

Ballistic computation:

Manual backup:Gunner control panel:Commander control panel:

Fully digital gyro stabilized

- Gyro stabilized- Gen II IR camera

- Daylight Color TV Camera- Laser Range Finder

- Back up fiber optic sight for manual aiming

- 6 episcopes LIP (low internal profile)on the roof

- 1 front epìscope LIP under the turret floorfor direct external vision

from the crew compartment.- Panoramic stabilized day/night (option) or

Panoramic Thermal Imager (option)

- Capability to fire on the move- Dynamic tilt and meteo sensors

Aiming and firing from insideColor LCD 12”

- Color LCD 12” standard - 10” (option)

Protection

Turret frame Basic environmentalprotection all around.

Interface plate up to Stanag 4569 lev. IVwith add – on kit (option).

Turret accesibility

Through a dedicated hatch:Reloading, moving the turret and the gunin manual mode. Patented solution

Weight

Dry

Combat

1650 kg including console& Level 3 protection

according to configurationand level protection

Controls

Traverse arcElevation arcTraverse speedElevation speed

N x 360°- 10° +75°

0.5 / 1 rad/s0.8 rad/ s

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The Centauro Armoured Personnel Carrier is an 8X8 armoured wheeled vehicle, designed to provide the infantry

with outstanding mobility and protection.With twin side mounted drive shafts in place of the more traditional

single central shaft it fully exploits the benefit of the innovative driveline design.

The Centauro APC hull offers 13.5 m3 of internal volume and more than 10 tonnes payload, easily accommodating

13 fully equipped personnel including the driver. Access and egress is facilitated by the use of a hydraulic ramp,

with a low ramp angle design making this process easier for fully equipped troops. The vehicle’s impressive mobility

comes from the powerful Iveco engine driving an automatic gearbox with independent MacPherson suspension

coupled with extended travel hydro-pneumatic units. High maneuverability is assisted by 3-axle steering coupled

with powerful disk brakes. The Centauro APC monocoque hull is based on high hardness steel which can be enhanced

by add-on armour suites against direct fire, land mines and IEDs, thus achieving different levels of protection

to meet customer requirements. For self defence, a pintle mount for an external 5.56/7.62/12.7 mm MG is provided.

As an option, the OTO Melara HITROLE™ 12.7 mm remotely controlled overhead weapon station can be fitted.

The vehicle is equipped with two batteries of smoke grenade launchers which can be fired manually or cued

automatically via a laser warning receiver.

WHEELED VEHICLES

CENTAURO APCPersonnel Carrier

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CENTAURO APC

LengthHeight (hull)

(with cupola)Overall WidthGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

7.99 m2.01 m2.25 m2.99 m0.41 m2.50 m

40°40°

1 + 12

Dimensions

Empty weightPayloadGVW ( Maximum)Internal volume

19.5 t10.5 t30.0 t

13.5 m3

Weight / Volume / Payload

Performance

Max. speed (paved road)GradientSide slopeRange on road (70 km/h)StepTrenchFording depth(without preparation)Turning circle radius(curb to curb)Power to weight ratio(in combat order)

110 km/h> 60%> 30%

> 800 km≥ 0.6 m

≥ 2 m

1.5 m

< 9.0 m

24 HP/t

Mobility

Engine IVECO 82626V turbocharged after cooler

Driveline / Suspension

Single-differential twin-shaft design(H-shaped driveline)Hydro-pneumatic and independent suspensionSteering on 1st - 2nd and 4th axleAll - disk “Full - Power” braking system

Wheels

14.00R20 XZL/XMLRun-flat VFI systemCentral Tyre Inflation System (CTIS)

Survivability

Low vehicle profileHigh hardness monocoque steel hullDirect fire ballistic armour (base level)AT mines protection (base level)Anti-mine seats

Options

Hydraulic WinchNBC protection(collective with individual backup)Fire Extinguishing/Anti-explosion systemin Crew cabinAuxiliary heatersAnti-explosion/self-sealing fuel tanksDirect fire ballistic armour (advanced level)AT mines protection (advanced level)

Armament

General configuration of OTO MelaraHITROLE® turret:- Turret with main gun 12,7 mm(or, in alternative, 7,62 mm/AGL 40 mm)and sight system- Console- Logical Control Unit

The sight system is composed of:- Day Sensors- Night Sensors- Laser Range Finder

Technical data

WeightRate of fireReady to fire ammunition(reloaded from inside)

Electrical data

Azimuth

Elevation (with 12.7mm and 7.62mm)

Elevation (with AGL 40mm)

Maximum speed (azimuth)

Maximum speed (elevation)

2 axis gun stabilization

Power voltage

continuos nx360°

-10°÷+50°

- 10°÷+40°

≥ 50°/sec

≥ 50°/sec

≥ 1 rad/sec

24VDC (MIL- STD- 1275B)

FuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

Diesel fuel/JP8405 kW (550HP)

2000 Nm (202 kgm)Automatic type

5 + 2 r.

Specific IED protection suiteLaser warning systemSmoke Grenade 8x80 mm launchers

218 Kg500 rds/min

130 rounds

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WHEELED VEHICLES

The Centauro ACP is an 8X8 Wheeled Armoured Command Post vehicle having a combination of the well-proven

and highly reliable drive train of the Centauro family with a special designed hull. The very large internal volume

of 13.5 m3 can be configured according to different customers’ requirements to provide a complete set

of situation awareness and communication components and to form a fully network enabled capability.

The Centauro ACP has outstanding tactical mobility, with the powerful Iveco engine driving an automatic gearbox

and 3-axle steering. The vehicle has an exceptional ride quality due to the independent MacPherson suspension

and the extended travel hydro-pneumatic units. The vehicle has powerful disk brakes on each wheel station, the

adoption of an innovative “H shaped” transmission, with twin side mounted drive shafts in place of the more

traditional single central shaft, provides the vehicle with a low silhouette and an inherently more stealthy profile

than others in its class. Rapid exit is facilitated by the use of a low angle hydraulic rear ramp also equipped with

an integrated emergency exit hatch. The vehicle has an on-board APU, capable to extended powering of mission

equipment with engine off. Self defence is provided by an OTO Melara HITROLE™ 12.7mm remotely controlled

overhead weapon station. As standard, the vehicle is also fitted with two batteries of Galix smoke grenade launchers.

These can be activated manually or automatically by a Laser Warning System.

The monocoque steel hull can be enhanced to customer requirements by add-on protection packs to increase the

protection levels against direct fire, land mines and IEDs. A dedicated suite of command, control and communication

systems based on VHF, UHF, wide band and satellite communication is the backbone of the ACP vehicle.

The Centauro ACP can be customized according to the specific requirements of each customer. An example of such

customization is the duo “Command Nucleus” and “Tactical Nucleus” equipped with an HITFIST™ 25mm turret

which constitutes the Tactical Terrestrial Command Post for the Italian Army.

CENTAURO ACPCommand Post

Tactical Nucleus

Command Nucleus

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CENTAURO ACP

Dimensions

Empty weightPayloadGVW ( Maximum)Internal volume

21.5 t8.5 t

30.0 t13.5 m3

Weight / Volume / Payload

Performance

Max. speed (paved road)GradientSide slopeRange on road (70 km/h)StepTrenchFording depth(without preparation)Turning circle radius(curb to curb)Power to weight ratio(in combat order)

110 km/h> 60%> 30%

> 800 km≥ 0.6 m

≥ 2 m

1.5 m

< 9.0 m

24 HP/t

Mobility

Engine

FuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO 82626V turbocharged after cooler

Diesel fuel / JP8405 kW (550HP)

2000 Nm (202 kgm)Automatic type

5 + 2 r.

Driveline / Suspension

Single-differential twin-shaft design(H-shaped driveline)Hydro-pneumatic and independent suspensionSteering on 1st - 2nd and 4th axleAll - disk “Full - Power” braking system

Wheels

14.00R20 XZL/XMLRun-flat VFI systemCentral Tyre Inflation System (CTIS)

Survivability

Low vehicle profileHigh hardness monocoque steel hullDirect fire ballistic armour (base level)AT mines protection (base level)Anti-mine seatsLaser warning systemSmoke Grenade 8x80 mm launchers

Mission Equipment

HF/VHF/UHF radiosIntercom (local/remote)Microwave link with telescopic mastSituation awareness/BMS workstationsAutonomous Power Unit

Armament

General configuration of OTO MelaraHITROLE® turret:- Turret with main gun 12,7 mm(or, in alternative, 7,62 mm/AGL 40 mm)and sight system- Console- Logical Control Unit

The sight system is composed of:- Day Sensors- Night Sensors- Laser Range Finder

Technical data

WeightRate of fireReady to fire ammunition(reloaded from inside)

Electrical data

Azimuth

Elevation (with 12.7mm and 7.62mm)

Elevation (with AGL 40mm)

Maximum speed (azimuth)

Maximum speed (elevation)

2 axis gun stbilization

Power voltage

continuos nx360°

-10°÷+50°

- 10°÷+40°

≥ 50°/sec

≥ 50°/sec

≥ 1 rad/sec

24VDC (MIL- STD- 1275B)

LengthHeight (with turret)Overall WidthGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

7.99 m2.90 m2.99 m0.41 m2.50 m

40°40°

1 + 2 + up to 6

Options

NBC protection(collective with individual backup)Fire Extinguishing/Anti-explosion systemin Crew cabinAuxiliary heatersAnti-explosion/self-sealing fuel tanksDirect fire ballistic armour (advanced level)AT mines protection (advanced level)Specific IED protection suiteRetractable tent

218 Kg500 rds/min

130 rounds

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The Centauro Mortar Carrier shares the characteristics of mobility and versatility typical of the Centauro family.

The platform is fitted with a rifled semiautomatic 120 mm mortar, capable to use the same ammunitions ordinarily

in service in Light Infantry Units to support the fire of the Medium Infantry. The vehicular mounted version

of this mortar offers many advantages in terms of firing range, mobility and operational speed (move, stop and

fire) due to its semi-automatic loading system, electrically powered traverse and elevation and computer

assisted ballistic. Backup manual operation are possible as well.

The weapon is mounted within the body of the hull. In operation, two electrically power-assisted hatches above

the weapon open to permit weapon operation.

This mortar fit means the AMC vehicle can be used to provide effective support to combat units as the vehicle with

its on board weapon system can be deployed rapidly in complex security conditions. Close-in defence is provided

by a remote controlled turret equipped with a small caliber weapon. The Command, Control and Communication

system is installed, together with a SIF-SIR system (Command and Control System for Artillery systems), allowing

a deep integration of this platform in the netcentric scenario.

CENTAURO AMCMortar Carrier

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CENTAURO AMC

Dimensions (approx.)

Empty weightPayloadGVW (Maximum)Internal volume

21.5 t8.5 t

30.0 t13.5 m3

Weight / Volume / Payload (approx.)

Performance

Max. speed (paved road)GradientSide slopeRange on road (70 km/h)StepTrenchFording depth(without preparation)Turning circle radius(curb to curb)

110 km/h> 60%> 30%

> 800 km≥ 0.6 m

≥ 2 m

1.5 m

< 9.0 m

Mobility

Engine

FuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO 82626V turbocharged after cooler

Diesel fuel/JP8405 kW (550HP)

2000 Nm (202 kgm)Automatic type

5 + 2 r.

Driveline / Suspension

Single-differential twin-shaft design(H-shaped driveline)Hydro-pneumatic and independent suspensionSteering on 1st - 2nd and 4th axleAll - disk “Full - Power” braking system

Wheels

14.00R20 XZL/XMLRun-flat VFI systemCentral Tyre Inflation System (CTIS)

Survivability

Low vehicle profileHigh hardness monocoque steel hullDirect fire ballistic armour (base level)AT mines protection (base level)Anti-mine seatsLaser warning systemSmoke Grenade 8x80 mm launchers

Mission Equipment

HF/VHF/UHF radiosIntercom (local/remote)Situation awareness/BMS workstations

Armament

General configuration of OTO MelaraHITROLE L turret:- Turret with main gun 12,7 mm(or, in alternative, 7,62 mm/AGL 40 mm)and sight system- Console- Logical Control Unit

The sight system is composed of:- Day Sensors- Night Sensors- Laser Range FinderOr with a protected motorized Manual Turretwith manual MG (7.62 or 5.56 mm);equipped with 5 episcopes around the hatch

Technical data

WeightRate of fireReady to fire ammunition

Electrical data

Azimuth

Elevation

Elevation (with AGL 40mm)

Maximum speed (azimuth)

Maximum speed (elevation)

2 axis gun stabilization

Power voltage

continuos nx360°

-20°÷+70°

- 10°÷+40°

≥ 1 rad/sec

≥ 1 rad/sec

≥ 1 rad/sec

24VDC (MIL- STD- 1275B)

150 Kg635 rds/min

250

LengthHeight (with turret)Overall WidthGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

7.99 m2.90 m2.99 m0.41 m2.50 m

40°40°

1 + 2 + up to 2

Options

NBC protection(collective with individual backup)Fire Extinguishing/Anti-explosion systemin Crew cabinAuxiliary heatersAnti-explosion fuel tanksDirect fire ballistic armour (advanced level)AT mines protection (advanced level)Specific IED protection suite

Mortar

Rifled semiautomatic 120 mm caliberShoots stored in the vehicle n°max 40Shooting azimuth +/- 200°Shooting elevation 45°÷85°Electrically activated trough an hydraulicpower unit

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The Centauro Armoured Recovery�Vehicle shares all the characteristics of mobility and versatility inherent

in the Centauro family. This variant provides for the recovery of a same class of vehicle assisted by full towing set

and a 30 ton winch with double line pull. In addition, a 25 tons*meter crane allows the vehicle to transport,

remove and fit a complete power pack for field support and repair. During these operations the crew can deploy

the special hydraulic outrigger stabilizers. A front grader blade�allows ground levelling.

In addition the crew can arrange barricades or remove obstacles. An external auxiliary power unit makes possible

to operate with the engine shut down and can feed dedicated sockets for quick electric connections.

Additional hydraulic and pneumatic connections can be made available on the vehicle according to customer

requirements. Two 7.62 mm MG (one fitted on a RWS and the other pintle mounted) and 8 additional

grenade launchers complete the ARV�for close defence capability.

CENTAURO ARVRecovery Vehicle

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CENTAURO ARV

Dimensions

Empty weightPayloadGVW ( Maximum)Internal volume

2 rooms (crew volume) (technical volume)

23,0 t7,0 t

30.0 t

7 m3

6 m3

Weight / Volume / Payload

Performance

Max. speed (paved road)Fording depth(without preparation)Turning circle radius(curb to curb)

110 km/h

1.5 m

< 9.0 m

Mobility

Engine

FuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO 82626V turbocharged after cooler

Diesel fuel / JP8405 kW (550HP)

2100 Nm (202 kgm)Automatic type

5 + 2 r.

Driveline / Suspension

Single-differential twin-shaft design(H-shaped driveline)Hydro-pneumatic and independent suspensionSteering on 1st - 2nd and 4th axleAll - disk “Full - Power” braking system

Wheels

14.00R20 XZL/XMLRun-flat VFI systemCentral Tyre Inflation System (CTIS)

Survivability

Low vehicle profileHigh hardness monocoque steel hullDirect fire ballistic armour (base level)AT mines protection (base level)Anti-mine seatsLaser warning systemSmoke Grenade 8x80mm launchers

Mission Equipment

Main Hydraulic Winch 100 m long (30 t)Auxiliary winchHydraulic crane (25 tm)APU 5 kW (DC and AC output)NBC protection(collective with individual backup)Fire Extinguishing/Anti-explosion systemin crew cabinAuxiliary heaterAnti-explosion/fuel tanksDirect fire ballistic armour (advanced level)AT mines protection (advanced level)Specific IED protection suite

Armament

External

Grenade launchers

Gunner sights

Episcopes around the hatch

LengthHeight (hull)

(with manual turret)Overall WidthGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

8.25 m2.04 m2.75 m2.99 m0.41 m2.50 m

30°35°

1 + 3

n° 2 MG 7.62 mmor 5.56 mm one

trough a cupola, the 2nd on a rail

n° 8 for 80 mm

Rear rampFrontal blade for barricades, groundleveling, lifting up the vehicleStabilizers 2 rear locatedPoints for quick electrical, hydraulical andpneumatical connectionsTanks for liquid reservesSets of auxiliary toolsIn emergency possible to transport anauxiliary powerpack or 1m3 of water

Driver sights

n° 3 episcopes in front of the hatchnight vision goggles

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The VBA, a combination of the SUPERAV of Iveco D.V. and the HITFIST OWS weapon station turret of OTO Melara,

has been developed to match the requirements of the new Italian Amphibious Brigade and represents an

outstanding progress in the design of armoured amphibious vehicles.

Capable of supporting littoral operations beyond Sea State 3, the VBA can carry a 10 tons mission load, including

an overhead weapon station mounting up to a 40mm cannon. With outstanding mobility on land and in the

water, and airtransportability in a C130, the VBA provides an optimum blend of tactical, operational and

strategic mobility. The VBA has an under armour volume of 14 m3 and can carry a crew of up to 13 in a highly

protected compartment. The HITFIST OWS is a remotely operated weapon station incorporating the latest

technologies in the fields of electronics, signature and Man Machine Interface (MMI) and it is the best of class

in terms of lethality, survivability and fightability. The weapon station is easily installable, without hull

penetration, on any tracked and wheeled platform and it is ready to fire without any preparation.

The main armament consists of the ATK Mk44 30mm chain gun, electrically controlled for elevation,

traversing and firing operations. As an option the main armament can also be completed by the introduction

of two Anti Tank missile launchers, side mounted. The weapon station turret is fitted for receiving a secondary

armament composed by a 7,62mm machine gun coaxially mounted.

WHEELED VEHICLES

VBAAmphibious Armoured Vehicle

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VBAAmphibious Armoured Vehicle

Through a dedicated hatch:Reloading, moving the turret and the gunin manual mode. Patented solution

LengthHeight (hull)Overall WidthGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

7.92 m2.31 m

2.72 - 3.00 m0.45 m2.30 m

49°45°

1+12

Dimensions

Performance

Max. speed (paved road) (in navigation)GradientSide slopeRange on road (70 km/h)Range on water 2/3 max speedStepTrenchFording depthTurning circle radiusPower to weight ratio

>105 km/h10 km/h

> 60%> 30%

800 km80 Nm

≥ 0.6 m≥ 2 m1.5 m

9÷11m>22.5 HP/t

Wheels

14.00R20 XML/XZLRun-flat VFI systemCentral Tyre Inflation System (CTIS)

Options

Rear Ramp4th axle steering12.00R20 XML/XZL wheelsHeight Management SystemHydraulic WinchAutomatic air conditioning systemNBC protection (collective with individualbackup)Auxiliary heatersFire Extinguishing/Anti-explosion systemin Crew cabinLaser Warning systemDirect fire ballistic armour (advanced level)A/T mines protection (advanced level)Specific IED protection suiteActive Protection SystemAll-round video cameras

Empty weightPayload - amphibious operation - land operationGVW (Maximum) - amphibious operation - land operationInternal volume

15 t

9.0 t10 t

Weight / Volume / Payload

24 t25 t

14 m3

Electric System

Full digital dashboardBuilt-in Diagnostic System> 500A User Available Power

Aiming and firingfrom inside

Firing direction system

Main WeaponGunner sight

Fully digital gyro stabilizedGyro stabilized in elevation

Gen II IR cameraDaylight Color TV Camera

Laser Range FinderBack up fiber optic sight

for manual aiming

Commander sight 6 episcopesPanoramic stabilizedday/night (option) or

Panoramic Thermal Imager(option)

Ballistic computation Full solutionon the move

Dynamic tilt andmeteo sensors

Manual back up

Gunner control panel Color LCD 12”

Commander control panel Color LCD 12”(option)

Protection

Turret frameBasic environmental allaround, with 7.62 ball roof,interface up to Standard NATO4569 lev.III (option)with add-on kit

Turret Accessibility

Armament

Main WeaponSecondary weaponAnti tank weapon

30 mm MK44 ATK7.62 mm coaxial

2 Spike missilelaunchers (twined)

Weight

DryCombat

1400 KGaccording to configuration

and level protection

Controls

Traverse arcElevation arcTraverse speedElevation speed

N x 360°-10°÷+75°

0.5/0.8 rad/s0.8 rad/s

Survivability

High hardness monocoque steel hullDirect fire ballistic armour (base level)A/T mines protection (base level)Anti-mine seats

Fire Extinguishing/Anti-explosion systemin engine compartmentAnti-explosion / self-sealing fuel tanks8x80 mm smoke grenade launchers

Amphibious Operation

Sea state >3Hydraulic-powered independent propellersFront break waterSnorkelBilge Pumps

Mobility

Engine

FuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO Cursor 13turbocharged inter cooler

Multifuel412 kW (560HP)

2200 NmZF 7HP902

7 + 1 r

Driveline / Suspension

Single-differential twin-shaft designHydro-pneumatic and independentsuspension Mc PhersonSteering on 1st and 2nd axlesTransversal differential lockDisengageable front axle

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PUMA FAMILY

The Puma family of light armoured vehicles have low silhouettes and are available in 4x4 or 6x6 versions.

The hull is made of all welded steel armour providing protection from small arms and shell splinters.

The centrally located commander’s cupola can be fitted with a machine gun up to a 12.7mm. The hull has been

designed to accept add-on armour to provide increased protection. The Puma vehicles are powered by an Iveco

132 kW four-cylinder engine with a turbo-intercooler coupled to a 5 speed Renk automatic transmission. Output

from the gearbox passes through a transfer box to front and rear differentials.

The vehicle has power assisted steering to the front axle on the 4x4 and to the two front axles on the 6x6.

Powered assisted disc brakes are fitted in all wheels.

The Puma is equipped with air-conditioning, heating, a pressurised NBC system, an engine compartment fire

protection system (both automatic and manual) and a winch for self-recovery (electric on the 4x4 and hydraulic

on the 6x6). The 4x4 PUMA carries four and the 6x6 carries seven personnel (including driver). All vehicle types

have 2 rows of three Galix smoke dischargers.

The vehicle is configured so that additional weapon systems can be fitted. These include anti-tank systems (Milan

or Panzerfaust), a 60 mm mortar, a crew machine gun and a 40 mm grenade launcher (individual weapon version).

The Pumas are fitted with a laser warning system, automatic smoke grenade launchers and automatic fire protection

system in the crew compartment. The Puma can be operated with the driver under armour using three day

periscopes and night vision is provided by a light intensification device (IL).

The vehicle is able to accommodate a number of different radio systems linked to three antennas. The Puma can

be transported by a CH47C helicopter or a transport aircraft.

WHEELED VEHICLES

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PUMA 4X4

PUMA 6X6

Crew

Main Weapon

Secondary

Smoke Grenade

F.C.S.

Protection

Mobility

Weight

6 + driver

OTO Melara HITROLE® 7.62 - 12.7 mm

TOW

6 X 80 mm launchers

Turret electrical drives, Gunner’s D/N Sight, optional: L.R.F., stabilisation

Ballistic steel body, with engine at front

NBC system integrated into the air conditioner

Fire Fighting System on the engine compartment

Engine IVECO 4 cylinder (132kW), automatic transmission with 5 forward gears plus 1 reverse,

max speed > 100 km/h,

7 tons in combat order

Crew

Main Weapon

Secondary

Smoke Grenade

F.C.S.

Protection

Mobility

Weight

8 + driver

OTO Melara HITROLE® 7.62 - 12.7 mm

TOW

6 X 80 mm launchers

Turret electrical drives, Gunner’s D/N Sight, optional: L.R.F., stabilisation

Ballistic steel body, with engine at front

NBC system integrated into the air conditioner

Anti explosion and Fire Fighting System on the engine compartment

Engine IVECO 4 cylinder (132kW), automatic transmission with 5 forward gears plus 1 reverse,

max speed > 100 km/h,

8 tons in combat order

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ARIETE MBTTRACKED VEHICLES

The ARIETE is a second generation main battle tank characterized by high performances, advanced armour

protection and substantial fire power. Hull and turret are made of welded steel with composite armour.

The power pack incorporates an Iveco V-12 MTCA turbocharged intercooled 12 cylinder diesel power plant

that develops 1275 hp, directly coupled to a fully automatic transmission providing four forward and two

reverse speeds. The vehicle has a double differential steering system allowing 3 ranges of steering radii with

a transmission employing an hydrostatic drive and an hydraulic retarder.

An OTO Melara 120mm smooth-bore gun, stabilized on both axes is the main armament. A 7.62mm machine

gun is fitted coaxially to the main armament and a weapon of the same caliber is mounted on the turret roof

for local and air defence. The 120mm gun can fire all available NATO ammunition, including chemical and kinetic

energy types. FCS includes day/night commander and gunner sights and a digital fire control computer.

A Command, Control and Communication system transforms the MBT ARIETE in a netcentric element on the

operative scenario. It can fire on the move against static and moving targets.

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ARIETE MBT

Length with or without barrelHeight hullHeight with turret (panoramic sight)Overall Width with fenderOverall Width without fenderGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

9.87/7.99 m1.82 m

2.50m/(2.86 m)3.61 m3.42 m0.48 m2.80 m

40°40°

1 + 3

Dimensions

GVW (base configuration) 54 t

Weight / Payload / Volume

Performance

Max speedGradientSide slopeRange on roadStepTrenchFording depth without preparationFording depth with preparationTurning radiusPower to weight ratio (in combat order)

65 km/h60%30%

550 km1.1 m

3 m

1.20 m

2.1 mPivot

24.1 HP/t

Mobility

EngineFuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO V-12 MTCADiesel fuel

956 kW (1300HP)4615 Nm

ZF LSG 3000 Automatic type4 + 2

Driveline / Suspension

Hydraulic brakesactuated with transmission retarder.Torsion bar (1, 2, 3, 6 and 7 road wheelstations have hydraulic shock absorber).

Survivability

Laser warning systemNBC systemNight vision equipment

Crew

3 men (commander, gunner and loader)

Armament

Main armamentCoaxial machine gunAA machine gunAA pintle mountedSmoke grenade launchers

120/44 smoothbore gun

1x7.62 mm machine gun1x7.62 mm machine gun1x12.7 mm machine gun

4x2

Ammunition

All standard NATO kinetic and chemicalAmmunition stowage 120 mmCoaxial and AA MGsSmoke Grenade

42>2400 rds

8

Electrical servo systems

Training arcElevation arcTraining speed (acceleration)Elevation speed (acceleration)

unlimited-9° / +20°

1.2 rad/s / (1 rad/s2)

1.2 rad/s / (1 rad/s2)

Turret

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DARDO AIFV/ATGMTRACKED VEHICLES

The Dardo tracked Armoured Infantry Fighting Vehicle is a low silhouette, state of the art AIFV.

The hull is aluminium with add-on ballistic steel armour for improved ballistic, anti mine & IED protection.

The vehicle has extremely compact dimensions with a very low silhouette. The vehicle chassis height is only 1.75m

and has a very low ground pressure. The Dardo power pack is at the front of the hull and uses an IVECO V6 MTCA

turbocharged diesel engine, coupled to an automatic transmission.

This design provides four forward and two reverse speeds with a hydrostatic drive and a hydraulic retarder

as well as a double differential steering system. Firepower is provided by the HITFIST® two men turret,

fitted by a 25 mm or 30 mm automatic gun and as an option, two ATGM launchers. The weapons system is capable

of day or night operation (due to its sighting system), it is two axis stabilised and can fire on the move against

both land static and moving targets and hovering helicopters assisted by the high elevation angle of the weapon

system of 60 degrees. The Dardo family of tracked vehicles includes:

Ambulance

Command Post

Mortar Carrier

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DARDO AIFV/ATGM

LengthHeight hullHeight with turretOverall Width with fenderOverall Width without fenderGround clearanceWheelbaseApproach angleDeparture angleSeats

6.71 m1.75 m2.61 m3.10 m2.91 m0.40 m2.51 m

40°40°

1 + 2 + 6

Dimensions

GVW (ATGM Version) 23.0 t (23.5 t)

Weight / Payload / Volume

Performance

Max speedGradientSide slopeRange on roadStepTrenchFording depth without preparationTurning radiusPower to weight ratio (in combat order)

70 km/h60%30%

500 km0.85 m2.50 m

1.50 mPivot

22.6 HP/t

Mobility

EngineFuelPowerTorqueGearboxNumber of gears

IVECO V-6 MTCADiesel fuel

382 kW (520HP)2000 Nm

ZF LSG 1500 Automatic type4 + 2

Driveline / Suspension

Torsion bar with bumperand hydraulic shock absorber located oneach suspension arm.

Survivability

Laser warning systemNBC systemNight vision equipment

Crew

2 men (commander and gunner)

Armament

Main armament

Coaxial machine gunSmoke grenade launchers

Dual feed 25mmOerlikon KBA Cannon / rate of fire 560rpm

1x7.62 mm4x2

Ammunition

25 mm HE, APDS, APFSDSAmmunition stowage 25 mmCoaxial MgSmoke Grenade

216700 rds

4+4

Electrical servo systems

Training arcElevation arcTraining speed (acceleration)Elevation speed (acceleration)

unlimited-10° / +60°

0.5 rad/s / (1 rad/s2)

0.5 rad/s / (1 rad/s2)

Turret

Options

ATGM VersionCommand PostAmbulanceMortar carrier

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TRACKED VEHICLES

DARDO FAMILYVariants

Ambulance

Command Post

Mortar Carrier

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MORTAR CARRIER

Mortar Carrier Version 23.0 t

Weight

LengthOverall WidthHeight (with mortar)Ground clearanceWheelbase

7.00 m3.10 m3.34 m0.40 m2.50 m

Dimensions Performance

Max speedRange on roadGradientSide slopeStepFording depth without preparationTrench

70 km/h500 km

60%30%

0.85 m

1.50 m2.50 m

Mission Equipment

Radios N° 2 stations VHF/ECCM SINCGARIII type SRT 635/VN° 1 radio station HFtype RH4 178/V

Intercom UIS-379 LarimartSurvivability

Environmental temperaturefrom -19 °C to + 44 °C(also from -32 °C to +44 °C in the conditionsdescribed in the Manual of use andmaintenance).

Crew

DriverVehicle Commander/GunnerSection Commander/Radio OperatorN° 2 Crew Members

GPS (GFE) apparatusSecondary weapon

Machine gun

Smoke grenade

N° 2 machine gunscaliber 7.62 mm

N° 8 launchers

Main weapon

TypeModelCaliberLoading SystemAmmunition type

Quantity of ammunition in vehicle magazinesQuantity of ammunition

ready to fireMaximum vehicle tilt angle

using the MortarMax recoil forceMax recoil strokeRate of fireFiring area

TDA2R2M

120mmmanual/semiautomatic

HE, SMOKE, ILLUM,RAP, DPICM

N° 40 grenades

N° 5 grenades

±10°40000 daN

290 mmup to 10 rds/min

from 1,1 km to 13,0 km

COMMAND POSTTotal length reducible toMaximum widthMaximum heightGround clearanceRoadwayInternal habitable heightWeight (combat load)

7.0 m6.705 m

3.10 m2.65 m

>0.40 m2.5 m

1.87 m23.0 t

Dimensions and weight

Performance

Maximum speed on landCruising rangeLongitudinal slopeSide slopeTrench crossingFording depthVertical stepPersonnel capacity

70 Km/h> 500 Km

60 %30 %

2.5 m1.5 m

0.85 mn° 8

Power pack and Running Train

Engine made and modelDisplacementRated horsepowerAutomatic transmissionNumber of gearSuspension type

Road wheelsTrack tipe

IVECO 6V MTCA12880 cm3

520 HpZF LSG 1500

n° 4 forward, n° 2 reverseTorsion bars

and shock absorbersn° 6 per side

Steel double pin,detachable rubber pad

Armament

Standard Configuration

Optional Configuration

Main features of HITROLE Turret: Overhead machine gun

with internal remote control Electrically power-operated Advanced Fire Control System

with gun stabilization Servosystems with electrical motorsGrenade launchers

Activation of Grenade launchers

AA Machine Gun calibrefrom 5.56 to 12.7 mm

HITROLE Turret 12.7 mm

n° 8 launchers for GALIX 13

manual or automatically by laser warning

Electrical System

TensionBatteries

24 Vn°8, gel type (AGM), 12 V-125 Ah–420 A

Communications

Radio System

Intercom System

n°2 VHF/ECCM SINCGAR III SRT 635/Vn°1 HF RH4 178/V

UIS-379 SELEX LARIMART

Command and Control SIACCON

AMBULANCETotal length reducible toOverall width with fenderOverall width without fenderMaximum heightGround clearanceRoadwayInternal habitable heightWeight (combat load)

7.0 m6.705 m

3.10 m2.91 m2.65 m0.40 m

2.5 m1.87 m23.0 t

Dimensions and weight Performance

Maximum speedRange on roadGradientSide slopeStepFording depth (without preparation)Trench

70 Km/h500 Km

60 %30 %

0.85 m1.5 m2.5 m

Portable Medical Equipment

4 stretchers1 automatic monitor/defibrillator1 oxygen therapy devicetwo 7 litre oxygen cylinders at 200 atmtwo 3 litre oxygen therapy cylinders at 200 atm2 seats for medical assistance2 long spine boards4 scoop stretchers

Mission Equipment

VHF/ECCM SINCGAR III type SRT 635/V radiosHF type RH4 178/V radioUIS-379 Larimart Intercom

Options

GPS apparatusAuxiliary heaterPossible adjustments according to the customer needs

Crew

DriverMedical assistant2 corpsmen (of which 1 is radio operator)4 injured people

Fixed Medical Equipment

4 stretcher suspension systems1 water container and washbasin1 fixed oxygen delivery system3 side mounted jump seats

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