To: C19fan
Eitan APC (prototype)
Wheeled, 750Hp, 35 tons. Similar to the German Boxer in concept. Reactive armor and an unmanned cannon either 30 or 40 millimeters in size; Trophy system; 9 passengers 3 crew; double-V hull; 5 years to field.
Also have tracked Namer APC based on Merkava chassis at 60 tons. "It (Eitan) travels quickly on roads between sectors. It will work together with the Namer, allowing us to engage faster,” Brig. Gen. Baruch Matzliah.
9 posted on
08/06/2016 7:33:57 AM PDT by
PIF
(They came for me and mine ... now it is your turn ...)
To: PIF
Looks like one the French use
To: PIF
I am surprised that they don’t have skirts covering the wheels, side and back. Could be some light weight composite to at least protect them against small arms fire and such.
12 posted on
08/06/2016 8:28:20 AM PDT by
Ancesthntr
("The right to buy weapons the right to be free." A. E. van Vogt)
To: PIF
Just behind it looks like some beautiful country, for if the fighting ever stops to enjoy it.
17 posted on
08/06/2016 4:00:10 PM PDT by
OldNewYork
(Operation Wetback II, now with computers)
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