Eitan APC

The Eitan APC (Eitan Armored Personnel Carrier, Hebrew Eitan; "Steadfast") is an Israeli 8 × 8 armored personnel carrier.

history

The Eitan has been in development as the successor to the M113 since October 2015. The armored car was built and developed by Israel Aerospace Industries , Israel Military Industries and Rafael . The first copy was completed on August 1, 2016. It is much lighter and faster than the previous Namer troop transport (converted Merkava 4) .

technology

According to the Israeli army, the Eitan will become one of the best-protected armored vehicles in the world. The protection against mines and the strong armor are relevant. The vehicle has a V-shaped underbody, which improves protection against landmines and booby traps , as well as an NBC protection system. Compared to tracked vehicles, armored vehicles are better suited for use on roads and achieve a higher speed there. The Eitan costs around half of the current Namer tank to buy and maintain .

The modular structure of the tank makes it possible to install a variety of weapons on board. Including a 40 mm cannon, mortar or rocket launcher . In the Israeli Army version, it will be equipped with a remotely controlled, fully stabilized Samson MkII turret with a 30mm MK-44 dual-feed cannon, a coupled 7.62mm machine gun and an ATGM starter. Air conditioning is part of the basic equipment .

The digital fire control system , in conjunction with the networked battlefield communication and electronic countermeasures, makes the Eitan a superior and modern troop transport. The digital control system ensures synchronization with other combat vehicles.

The armor consists of armor steel and composite armor (AMAP). The mine protection strength corresponds to class Vb according to STANAG 4825 against 12 kilograms of TNT under the tub. The Eitan is equipped with the Trophy system for distance-active protective measures , which weighs around 1 ton and can destroy missiles and smaller projectiles on approach.

Technical specifications

Eitan
Manufacturer	Israel
Data
Crew:	3 (driver, commander, gunner); Up to 12 infantrymen (APC)
length	7.23 m
width	2.39 m
height	2.31 m
Weight	30–35 tons (curb weight), 44 t (estimated total weight)
Armament	7.62 × 51 or 12.7 × 99 mm MG 40 mm grenade launcher 30 mm cannon on turret Guided missiles
protection	active protection system Trophy Armored steel, composite armor Mine-resistant up to 12 kilograms of TNT Fog throw system
engine	Diesel engine with 750 PS (552 kW)
drive	8 × 8
suspension	hydropneumatic
speed	90 km / h to 95 km / h (60 mph) on the road
Range	800 km (road), terrain approx. 500 km

Individual evidence

^ Eitan - Unexpected Successor of the M-113 Vehicle. Mass and Armor - Main Advantages . ( defense24.com ).
↑ ^a ^b defense24.com: Eitan - Unexpected Successor of the M-113 Vehicle. Mass and Armor - Main Advantages | Defense24 , accessed April 16, 2017
↑ (confirmed by: Orbital ATK Armament Systems)
↑ Eitan Armored Personnel Carrier | Military-Today.com. In: military-today.com. www.military-today.com, accessed April 13, 2017 .
^ Battle Taxi: Ground Combat & Infantry Mobility Vehicles. In: weebly.com. Surajit Sarma, accessed April 13, 2017 .

[1] Eitan - Unexpected Successor of the M-113 Vehicle. Mass and Armor - Main Advantages . ( defense24.com ).

[defence24.com-2] se24.com: Eitan - Unexpected Successor of the M-113 Vehicle. Mass and Armor - Main Advantages | Defense24 , accessed April 16, 2017

[3] (confirmed by: Orbital ATK Armament Systems)

[4] Eitan Armored Personnel Carrier | Military-Today.com. In: military-today.com. www.military-today.com, accessed April 13, 2017 .

[5] Battle Taxi: Ground Combat & Infantry Mobility Vehicles. In: weebly.com. Surajit Sarma, accessed April 13, 2017 .