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Armored recovery vehicle "Greif" A1

The gripping Bergepanzer 4KH7FA-SB ( Cross A1 ) is one of the Austrian company Steyr Daimler Puch -built armored recovery vehicle , the characteristics of the hunt tank Kürassier and armored personnel Saurer connects. Like the cuirassier, the armor consists of welded steel plates. Entry is from the left side and not, as is conventional, from above via the tower. The remote control of the recovery crane is a big advantage.

Technical specifications

  • Short name: Bergepanzer Greif A1
  • Manufacturer: Steyr Daimler Puch
  • Technical data: Design speed: 65 km / h
  • Engine: liquid-cooled six-cylinder, 4-stroke diesel engine with direct injection, turbocharging and intercooling
  • Engine power: 235 kW (320 PS)
  • Combat weight: 22.4 t
  • Armament:
    • Fog throwing system on rotating ring mount
    • 12.7 mm üsMG M2
  • Gradeability: 70%
  • Range:
    • on roads: 590 km
    • off-road: 450 km
  • Wading ability: 1 m
  • Crew:
    • 1 commander
    • 1 gunner / rescue worker
    • 1 recovery aid
    • 1 driver
  • Cable winch: pulling force: 20 t
  • Rope length / diameter: 100 m / 24 mm
  • Rotary crane: arm length: max. 3.9 m
  • Lifting height: max. 4.8 m
  • Swivel range: 234 degrees
  • Lifting force: max. 6.58 t

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