Sarsar-2
| Sarsar-2 | |
|---|---|
![]() Sarsar 4x4 armed vehicle at IDEX | |
| Type | Infantry Armed Vehicle |
| Place of origin | Sudan |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2016–present |
| Used by | Sudanese Armed Forces |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Military Industry Corporation |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 5.5 t (5,500 kg) |
| Crew | 11 |
| Engine | Model D4DA Type 4 cylinder in-line diesel 139 hp |
| Maximum speed | 80 km/h |
Sarsar-2 is a Sudanese armoured personnel carrier (APC) manufactured and designed by the state-run Military Industry Corporation for use in the Sudanese Armed Forces.[1][2]
Design
The Sarsar-2 base model uses a license-made Kia truck chassis, and was primarily designed for reconnaissance purposes. Alongside this, the base model also has a capacity of 11 passengers, CEN-level protection for 2xDM51 grenades and has a maximum road speed of 80 km/h.
The Sarsar-2 has a combat weight of 5500 kilograms, whilst when unloaded, will have a weight of 4700 kilograms. The length of the Sarsar-2 is 5150mm, whilst its width and height are 1782 and 2600mm respectively, with the latter also including the mounted turret.
Operators
Sudan - In use with the Sudanese Armed Forces.
References
- ↑ Sudan MIC fleshes out Sarsar APC family, Janes, 22 May 2017
- ↑ Sudan puts its metal on display at IDEX, defenceweb, March 2017
