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PCP-001 (SM-1) Chinese 82mm Self-Propelled Rapid-Deployment Mortar

PCP-001

Self-Propelled Mortar (SPM)
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PCP-001 (SM-1) Chinese 82mm Self-Propelled Rapid-Deployment Mortar
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Basic Information
Name
PCP-001 (SM-1) Chinese 82mm Self-Propelled Rapid-Deployment Mortar
Designation
PCP-001
Alternate Designation
PCP-001; WTC 76GA; CS; SM-11
Equipment Type
Self-Propelled Mortar (SPM)
Manufacturer
NORINCO
Date of Introduction
2014
Description

The PCP-001 (SM-1) Chinese 82mm Self-Propelled Rapid-Deployment Mortar is fitted with an 82 mm rapid-deployment automatic mortar system, which is being used by the PLA's 2nd Combined-Arms Battalion; 3rd Combined-Arms Battalion; 4th Combined-Arms Battalion; and the Xinjiang Military Command.

Ground Specifications
Crew 3
Mobility Type Wheeled (4x4)
Main Weapon 82 mm automatic mortar
Engine Diesel (150 hp)
Max Speed 120.0 km/h
Range 500.0 km
System
Alternative Designation PCP-001; WTC 76GA; CS; SM-11
Type Self-Propelled Rapid-Deployment Mortar
Caliber 82 mm
Manufacturer NORINCO - China North Industries Group Corporation - CNGC
Mission The vehicle can be used for fire support of airborne assault.
Configuration 4x4
Chassis Dongfeng EQ2050 Light Utility Vehicle
Crew 3 ea
Payload Capacity 1.25 tons
Dimensions
Length 4.7 m
Width 2.1 m
Height 1.75 m
Weight, Empty 2.3 tons
Automotive
Engine Name Cummins EQB150-20
Engine Type Diesel
Engine Power 150 hp
Range 500 km
Speed, Maximum Road 120 km/h
Speed Maximum Swim Not Amphibious
Gradient 60%
Side Slope 40%
Vertical Step 0.5 m
Trench 0.5 m
Fording, without Preparation 0.75 m
Fording, with Preparation 1.5 m
Main Weapon System
System
Note The PCP001 is armed with the Chinese copy of the 2B9 Vasilek, a Soviet vintage 82mm automatic mortar that’s fed by a clip holding four rounds.
Maximum Firing Range 4 km
Image Sources
Notes https://21stcenturyasianarmsrace.com/2018/07/18/the-elite-pla-airborne-have-serious-firepower/; http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2018-08/20/content_9257724_2.htm; http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/HOME_209227/Focus_209228/9257718_5.html;
Details
Country of Origin China
Category Self-Propelled Mortar System
Land > Infantry Vehicles > Self-Propelled Mortar System
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Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
4.7 m
Width
2.1 m
Height
1.75 m
Weight
2300 kg
Operators (1)
China
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