Power Pack / Running Gear

Unique propulsion concept

The propulsion concept for maximum tactical mobility, comparable to a Leopard 2 main battle tank, while at the same time reducing noise and vibration levels for a noticeable reduction in crew stress is achieved through the combination of various innovative solutions:

• A powerful compact powerpack delivering 800 kW guarantees maximum performance with minimum structural volume and weight.
• A wheel decoupled running gear significantly reduces noise levels and vibrations.
• The use of hydropneumatic elements with hydraulic bump stops at each roadwheel station guarantee maximum mobility with minimum installation volume.

Power pack:

• Powerful 10-cylinder engine delivering 800 kW at 4250 rpm
• Newly developed power shift, reversing and steering transmission (HSWL)
• Starter-generator with 170 kW
• Integrated front-mounted cooling system
• Exhaust system with airflow-cooled exhaust duct

Decoupled running gear:

• Running gear carriers, left and right, to mount the suspension components
• Isolation by damping elements between running gear carriers and hull
• Fuel tanks integrated in running gear carriers
• Hydropneumatic suspension
• Hydraulic bump stops at all roadwheel stations
• Weight-optimized 500 mm wide steel track
• 450 mm ground clearance in all weight categories