Thursday, November 20, 2008

Sisu 6x6

IOC: 2003

Also Known As
Sisu E13TP 6x6

Origin
Finland

Contractor/s
Sisu Defence

Description: The Sisu E13TP 6x6 is a high-mobility, high-capacity, all-terrain, high-speed, all-wheel drive tactical truck designed for operation under varying transport conditions with ease of maintenance and repair. Due to its military role, critical components such as electric and pneumatic systems are located in protected places. It is based on standard truck components and shares the same modular cab design with other members of the Sisu Defence military trucks family. Besides, the Sisu Defence tactical trucks can be equipped with add-on armor kits. Sisu 6x6 truck is supplied in special versions and can be modified with ease to meet customer's requirements.

This high mobility terrain vehicle (HMTV) is designed for on-road and off-road drive. Sisu 6x6 is powered by an Euro 4 emissions compliant C13 diesel engine from Caterpillar developing 400-hp of power. It is entitled to transport loads of up to 15 tons. Sisu 6x6 can be equipped with add-armor plates to achieve NATO STANAG 1, 2 or 3 protection levels against ballistic threats or level 2 or 3 against mines. In addition, the armored cabin is completely airtight thus allowing for its pressurization which would provide NBC (Nuclear, Bacteriological and Chemical) protection.

Specifications
Weights: Payload 15,000 kg (33,069 lb)

Power: Power 400 hp

Other: Wheel Drive 6, Wheels 6

Operators

see operators map

Finland

France / 110

Sisu 6x4 trucks used to two Leclerc main battle tanks

Internet Resources
Sisu 6x6

Notes
(*) lead contractor
IOC: Initial Operating Capability
FOC: Full Operating Capability
CEP: Circular Error Probable
Comm: Commissioning Date
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Last Updated: Saturday, October 25, 2008

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