FNSS Pars 8x8

The Pars (Anatolian Leopard) armored personnel carrier is design and developed by the Turkish FNSS company, teamed with the US GPV. The Pars APC was first publicly revealed in 2005 with a 8x8 chassis configuration, however it is also available in 4x4 6x6 and 10x10 configurations. This family of armored vehicles is aimed at Turkish Land Forces Command requirement and export customers. The Pars has a modular design and can be fitted with various armament fits, including external and turret mounted armament. Vehicle can accommodate one- or two-men turrets. The 8x8 Pars has a crew of two and can carry up 12 troops. Over 8 tones of cargo can be carried in place of the troops. The APC has an active hydropneumatic suspension system. It enables to adjust ground clearance electronically or to lean vehicle in any direction. Ground clearance is adjusted depending on road conditions. The Pars is also fitted with a central tyre inflation system. Vehicle is fully amphibious without preparation. On water it is propelled by spinning it's wheels, however hydrojets are optional. The Pars can be airlifted inside the C17 or the future A400M transport aircraft

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