Country of origin |
United Kingdom |
Entered service |
1992 |
Configuration |
6x4 |
Cab seating |
1 + 1 men |
Dimensions and weight |
Weight (empty) |
8.26 t |
Towed load |
44 t |
Length |
6.4 m |
Width |
2.5
m |
Height |
3.3 m |
Mobility |
Engine |
Cummins N380 diesel |
Engine power |
380 hp |
Maximum road speed |
107 km/h |
Range |
950 km |
Maneuverability |
Gradient |
35.5% |
Side slope |
? |
Vertical step |
~ 0.5 m |
Trench |
~ 0.5 m |
Fording |
~ 0.6 m |
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The Seddon
Atkinson Strato is a militarized version of commercial tractor
truck. It was ordered by the British MoD in 1992 as a part of large
vehicle contract. It replaced the Scammell Crusader and was used by non-combat
units of the British Army.
This tractor
truck has a 6x4 configuration and is used in conjunction with a
Trailmaster three-axle semi-trailer to tow various assorted loads,
such as
Warrior infantry fighting
vehicles and other loads with a maximum weight of 44 t.
A tanker
version of this prime mover can refuel main battle tanks, or light
vehicles, such as Land Rovers. It is being replaced by a new General
Support Tanker (GST) developed by Oshkosh.
The most
capable version of the Seddon Atkinson Strato is the Light 'A'
tractor. It can tow heavier loads with a maximum weight of about 58
t. This vehicle has uprated chassis frame, axles, suspension,
gearbox, and tyres to cope with increased weight.
Cab of the
Strato accommodates
driver and one passenger. It has two sleeper bunks.
This tractor
truck is powered by a Cummins N380 turbocharged diesel engine,
developing 380 hp. The Seddon Atkinson Strato vehicle and trailer
combination has only limited off-road capability. It is normally
used on highways.
It is worth
mentioning that the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force operate a similar
Seddon Atkinson tractor truck with a 4x2 configuration.
Since 1990
the Seddon Atkinson is the part of IVECO group. In 2005 it was
announced, that future production of the Seddon Atkinson trucks
would be carried in Spain. Manufacturing facilities in Britain were
shut down in 2006 and currently the brand is defunct. The Seddon
Atkinson Strato tractor trucks were retired from the British Army in
2012.
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