Fennek German 4x4 Scout Car
Fennek
Scout Car
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Basic Information
Name
Fennek German 4x4 Scout Car
Designation
Fennek
Alternate Designation
Fennek
Equipment Type
Scout Car
Manufacturer
Krauss-Maffei Wegmann; Dutch Defence Vehicle Systems
Date of Introduction
2003
Description
The Fennek German 4x4 Scout Car is designed to be used in many different roles including C2. It provides greater internal space than the reconnaissance variant so that mission-specific systems can be carried. This variant is in service with German and Dutch engineers.
Ground Specifications
Crew
3
Mobility Type
Wheeled (4x4)
Main Weapon
7.62 mm machine gun
Engine
Diesel (240 hp)
NBC Protection
Yes
Max Speed
112.0 km/h
Range
1000.0 km
Variants
Fennek, Reconaissance
Reconnaissance is the primary role for the Fennek and essentially what is was designed for. In this configuration the crew utilize the vehicle's relatively (compared to a tracked vehicle) low level of noise and profile, combined with EO sensors to conduct long-range reconnaissance.
Fennek, MRAT
The Fennek MRAT variant is designed to carry a ground-based anti-tank missile and its crew. Its role is to deploy alongside reconnaissance units and engage armored targets from a distance when the combat situation precludes evasion or a target of opportunity presents itself.
Fennek, Stinger Weapons Platform (SWP)
The Dutch Army uses the Fennek as a carrier for its ground-based short-range air defense system. It is used in this role to carry a launcher for SAMs and provide protection for mechanized forces.
Fennek, Joint Fire Support Team (JFST)
The Fennek JSFT is a development of the reconnaissance vehicle, which is used as a fires coordination vehicle and typically operates as a team to safely coordinate and direct indirect fire and air-ground missions. The JFST distinction is reserved for German vehicles, whereas the Dutch Army is understood to make reference only to a forward observation platform or VWRN. The differences between the Dutch and German vehicles are delineated under the Mission systems heading.
Fennek, mortar carrier
The Dutch Army is known to operate a number of Fenneks as carriers for 81 mm mortars. In this configuration the mortar tube and base plate are carried on the roof of the vehicle. It is not immediately obvious whether the vehicle also carries a loading system to take the mortar from the roof of the vehicle to the ground. It is also unclear whether the vehicle carries ammunition and FCSs for the weapon.
System
Alternative Designation
Fennek
Type
Scout Car
Manufacturer
Krauss-Maffei Wegmann;
Dutch Defence Vehicle Systems
Configuration
4x4
Crew
3 ea
Payload Capacity
1,700 kg
Dimensions
Length
5.58 m
Width
2.55 m
Height
2.29 m
Wheelbase
3.0 m
Weight, Standard
10,300 kg
Weight, Combat
12,000 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
Deutz BF6M 2013C
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
240 hp
Maximum Range
1,000 km
Maximum Speed
112 km/h
Amphibious
No
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
35%
Angle of Approach
36°
Angle of Departure
36°
Turning Radius
13.0 m
Main Weapon System
Note
1 × roof-mounted 7.62 mm machine gun (or 12.7 mm machine gun)
Protection
Armor
The hull of the Fennek allows flexible armor protection concepts and is typical of all-welded aluminum armor with additional armor modules providing protection from 7.62 mm AP small arms fire and shell splinters. The crew compartment provides also protection against AP mines.
Applique Armor
The vehicle can be equipped with add-on armor (7.62 Dragunov)
NBC Protection
Yes
Smoke Equipment
Yes
Details
Country of Origin
Germany
Category
Scout Cars
Land > Infantry Vehicles > Scout Cars
Filter Label
F
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
5.58 m
Width
2.55 m
Height
2.29 m
Weight
12000 kg
Operators (4)
Germany
Ukraine
Netherlands
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