Country of origin |
United States |
Entered service |
Mid 2000s |
Crew |
4 men |
Dimensions and weight |
Weight |
Over 15 t |
Length |
6.95 m |
Width |
2.72 m |
Height |
2.64 m |
Missile |
Missile length |
1.16 - 1.68 m |
Missile diameter |
0.15 m |
Missile weight |
18.9 - 22.6 kg |
Warhead type |
HE, HEAT |
Warhead weight |
2.63 - 5.9 kg |
Range of fire |
3.75 km |
Guidance system |
Wire-guided |
Penetration |
600 - 900 mm |
Number of missiles carried |
? |
Mobility |
Engine |
Caterpillar 3126 diesel |
Engine power |
350 hp |
Maximum road speed |
100 km/h |
Range |
500 km |
Maneuverability |
Gradient |
60% |
Side slope |
30% |
Vertical step |
0.6 m |
Trench |
2 m |
Fording |
1.2 m |
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The
M1134 Stryker is a long-rang anti-tank missile carrier. It is the
brigade's primary anti-armor system, capable of defeating any
armored threat even at extended ranges. The M1134 is used in
Stryker brigades in separate anti-tank companies.
The M1134
fires the
TOW 2 heavy anti-tank guided missiles. It is also compatible
with the older
TOW
missiles. The Striker has a 2-tube
launcher and elevated mast, extending 0.5 m above the roofline. It
is compatible with the whole family of TOW wire-guided,
optically-tracked missiles. Missiles of the
Stryker ATGM have a range of about 3 000-4 500 meters, depending
on the version. They penetrate up to 900 mm of steel armor behind
explosive reactive armor. If required, this vehicle can launch
bunker busting missiles. Missiles are loaded into the launcher manually.
There is
also a 7.62 mm machine gun, mounted over the commander's hatch. This
machine gun is intended mainly for self-defense.
Basic armor
of the M1134 Stryker provide all-round protection against 7.62 mm
rounds and artillery shell splinters. Interior of the vehicle is
lined with a Kevlar liner, which protects the crew against spalling.
The Stryker has a reinforced undercarriage for a higher of
protection against landmines and IEDs. There is also an NBC
protection and automatic fire suppression systems. An add-on ceramic
armor can be fitted, which provides protection against 14.5 mm
projectiles. Vehicles employed in combat zones are additionally
fitted with steel cages, providing protection against RPG rounds.
This
anti-tank missile carrier has a crew of four, including commander,
gunner, loader and driver. Vehicle is fitted with a battlefield
information management system, which links the ATGM carrier with
similar vehicles and command posts. This system also provides
position information through a GPS receiver.
The M1134
ATGM carrier is based on the
M1126 ICV,
which in turn is based on the Canadian
LAV III.
Vehicle is powered by a Caterpillar 3126 turbocharged diesel engine,
developing 350 hp. Engine and transmission can be removed and
reinstalled in less than an hour for service and maintenance. Vehicle has 8x8
configuration, however it can be switched to 8x4. It has a central tyre inflation system, which is adjusted from the driver's station. This missile carrier is
not amphibious. The M1134 can be
airlifted by the
C-130 Hercules
and larger
military transport aircraft.
The US Marine Corps operate an older
LAV-AT
anti tank missile carrier, which is based on the
LAV-25
armored personnel carrier chassis and uses the same missiles.
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