Country of origin |
Finland |
Entered service |
2008 |
Configuration |
8x8 |
Cab seating |
1 + 1 men |
Dimensions and weight |
Weight (empty) |
18 t |
Payload capacity |
20 t |
Length |
~ 9.5 m |
Width |
~ 2.5
m |
Height |
~ 2.7 m |
Mobility |
Engine |
Caterpillar C13 diesel |
Engine power |
445 hp |
Maximum road speed |
90 km/h |
Range |
900 km |
Maneuverability |
Gradient |
60% |
Side slope |
30% |
Vertical step |
~ 0.6 m |
Trench |
0.9 ~ 1.2 m |
Fording |
up to 1.5 m |
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The Sisu
E13TP is a high mobility tactical truck. This vehicle was specially
developed for peacekeeping operations. It is fitted with a
mine-protected armored cab. In 2005 Lithuania ordered
24 of these military trucks. These entered service in 2008. In
2009 Finland ordered 72 trucks.
The Sisu
E13TP has a modular design. All trucks have standardized base
structural attachments. Vehicle can carry loads up to 20 t. It can
operate in extreme climatic and terrain conditions. Vehicle can be
fitted with palletized load handling equipment. Its load handling
system is integrated within the chassis rails, rather than being
placed on them, as with majority of other designs. The E13TP can be
also used as a radar carrier, missile launcher, or recovery vehicle.
This
military truck comes with a mine-protected armored cabin. Add-on
armor can be fitted to increase protection level. The cab withstands
6 kg anti-tank mine blasts and also provides protection against
small arms fire and artillery shell splinters. Cabs are fitted with
NBC protection systems.
The Sisu
E13TP is powered by Caterpillar C13 turbocharged diesel engine,
developing 445 hp. It is coupled with Allison automatic
transmission. Vehicle has a 8x6 configuration on hard surface roads
and 8x8 over rough terrain. This military truck is fitted with a
self-recovery winch. A central tyre inflation
system is proposed as an option. The Sisu E13TP has a climatic
operation range from -55°C to +50°C. This military truck can
be airlifted by
C-130 Hercules or
larger cargo aircraft.
There is
also a larger 10x10 version, the Sisu E15T. The Sisu E15T is used as
a mechanized bridge. It is in service with Germany.
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