Who uses the CV90?
The CV90 is in service with the armies of Sweden, Norway, Switzerland, Finland, the Netherlands, Estonia, and Denmark. Versions of the CV90 IFV include the CV9040 with 40mm gun and the export variant, the CV9030 with 30mm gun.
When was the CV90120 made?
The main goal was to meet the firepower of modern main battle tanks, but with greater tactical and strategic mobility. The first prototype of the CV90120-T was completed in 1998….Light tank.
| Country of origin | Sweden |
|---|---|
| Height (turret roof) | 2.4 m |
| Armament | |
| Main gun | 120 mm smoothbore |
| Machine guns | 1 x 7.62 mm / 12.7 mm |
Is the cv90 amphibious?
The CV90 is powered by a Scania DS14 diesel engine, developing 550 hp. Maximum road range on of first production vehicles was only 300 km. On later models it has been increased to 600 km. With preparation this IFV is amphibious….Infantry fighting vehicle.
| Country of origin | Sweden |
|---|---|
| Trench | 2.9 m |
| Fording | 1.4 m |
| Fording (after preparation) | Amphibious |
Is CV 90 amphibious?
The CV90 is powered by a Scania DS14 diesel engine, developing 550 hp. Maximum road range on of first production vehicles was only 300 km. On later models it has been increased to 600 km. With preparation this IFV is amphibious….Infantry fighting vehicle.
| Country of origin | Sweden |
|---|---|
| Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 22.4 t |
| Length | 6.47 m |
| Width | 3.1 m |
What is the difference between IFV and APC?
The fundamental difference between an APC and IFV, is the role they are designed to serve. The CFE treaty stipulates an infantry fighting vehicle is an APC with a cannon in excess of 20 mm, and with this additional firepower the vehicle is more involved in combat, providing fire support to dismounted infantry.
Is the PL 01 in service?
PL-01 is a Polish “Direct Support Vehicle” design created by OBRUM in partnership with BAE Systems. The concept vehicle project was first unveiled at the International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce on 2 September 2013….
| PL-01 | |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Poland |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2018 (planned) |
| Used by | Poland |
What gun is on the Bradley?
M242 Bushmaster
The Bradley is equipped with the 25 mm M242 Bushmaster as its main weapon. The M242 is a single-barrel chain-gun with an integrated dual-feed mechanism and remote feed selection.
Is the CV90120-T a medium tank?
The Swedish CV90120-T Ghost is the latest version of the CV90120-T medium tank (as described by BAE Systems) and is developed on the highly successful Combat Vehicle 90 (CV90) Infantry Fighting Vehicle hull.
What was the development cycle for the CV90120?
The CV90120-T was another developmental cycle for the CV90120 that focused more on the internals and alternative protection systems that replaced the necessity to put on external armor to counter threats. This was defined by a heavy emphasis on electronics and definable ‘soft-kill’ defense systems.
What kind of turret does a CV90120 have?
The initial prototype of the CV90120 had a brand new welded turret to accommodate a large caliber tank gun. Externally, the chassis was completely identical to a normal CV90, retaining the same engine, suspension, and internal layout. However, it was modified to accommodate the increased weight of a larger turret, carrying a larger caliber gun.
What are the features of the CV90120 T fighting vehicle?
The CV90120-T overcame these issues by installing various Active Protection Systems, camouflage/thermal signature reducing technology and a compact anti-tank gun. Early pictures and videos of the prototypes (based on Strf 9040 Mk0 hulls) showed it missing a Panoramic Sight and Smoke Grenade Launchers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRQUVUFgTmg