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Japan Defense Focus No.114 Aug. 2019

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Type 96 Armored Personnel Carrier

Type 96 Armored Personnel Carrier
Type 96 Armored Personnel Carrier

In this issue, we will introduce the Type 96 Armored Personnel Carrier.

The type 96 Armored Personnel Carriers are mainly deployed to units such as infantry troops and are used for operational maneuvers as well as transporting personnel under enemy threats.

These armored vehicles are equipped with combat tires allowing them to excel in combat situations by providing high-speed battlefield mobility under the threats of enemy fire. When mounted with automatic grenade launchers, they are also enabled to provide effective ground control.

Specifications and performance

  • ▷Capacity: 10 people
  • ▷Weight: approx. 14.5t
  • ▷Length: 6.84m
  • ▷Width: 2.48m
  • ▷Height: 1.85m
  • ▷Minimum ground clearance: 0.45m
  • ▷Max speed: 100km/h
  • ▷Range: Over 500km
  • ▷Engine: Water-cooled 4-cycle straight six 360ps/2,200rpm diesel engine

Equipment

  • ▷Type 96 40mm grenade launcher or 12.7mm heavy machine gun

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