Country of origin |
Sweden |
Entered service |
? |
Configuration |
8x8 |
Cab seating |
1 + 1 + 6 men |
Dimensions and weight |
Weight (empty) |
32 t |
Payload capacity |
68.6 t |
Length |
8.8 m |
Width |
2.55
m |
Height |
4 m |
Mobility |
Engine |
Scania DC16 21 diesel |
Engine power |
730 hp |
Maximum road speed |
90 km/h |
Range |
~ 1 000 km |
Maneuverability |
Gradient |
20% |
Side slope |
? |
Vertical step |
? |
Trench |
? |
Fording |
~ 0.5 m |
|
The Scania
R730 heavy prime mover was first revealed in 2011. It is also
referred as R730CB8x8EHZ. It was developed as a private venture and
was aimed to meet Norwegian Army requirement. This vehicle was
purpose-built for heavy haulage during peacekeeping operations.
Similar heavy trucks are also
available commercially. It is worth noting that Scania is one of the
top 5 truck manufacturers in the world.
The tractor
truck and semi-trailer combination can transport loads with a maximum weight of
68.6 t. It can haul main battle tanks, heavy armored vehicles, containers, construction
equipment or other types of military cargo. This vehicle can operate on road
and on rugged terrain.
Vehicle has
a modular design. A number of components are interchangeable across
the range of Scania commercial trucks. It facilitates easy access to
parts and service.
The Scania
R730 prime mover was first revealed fitted with an extended crew cab. It
accommodates driver, co-driver and up to 6 passengers. It can carry
entire crew of the main battle tank or self-propelled howitzer
together with the vehicle. Vehicle can be also
fitted with a standard cab.
Add-or armor kit,
developed by Akers Krutbruk of Sweden, can be
fitted to the cab. It provides protection against small arms fire,
artillery shell splinters and IED blasts. Add-on armor kit has been
foreseen in the design of the vehicle. It maintains non-aggressive
appearance of the truck. In combat zones a civilian looking vehicle
is less likely to be attacked. It is worth noting that Dutch Army
was present in Afghanistan with a large number of Scania heavy
protected trucks. There have been several attacks on Dutch vehicles
with traditional military look, however there have been no reported
attacks on Scania protected trucks.
This prime
mover is
powered by a Scania DC16 21 a 16.4-liter V8 turbocharged diesel engine, developing 730 hp.
It complies with EURO 5 emission requirements. Engine is mated to a
Scania automatic gearbox. Vehicle has an 8x8
configuration. There is a powerful winch for loading operations.
The Scania
R730 has a cruising speed of 85-90 km/h. This tank transporter can
keep pace with other maneuver units. It does not slow down other
units like some other equipment transporters.
Variants
Heavy
recovery vehicle. It is also fitted with 730 hp engine and has 8x8
configuration. It can recover and tow similar vehicles that are
damaged, immobilized, stuck, swamped or overturned.
|