METRAS 14TC1 Saudi 4x4 Armored Vehicle

METRAS 14TC1

Amphibious Armored Personnel Carrier (APC)

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METRAS 14TC1 Saudi 4x4 Armored Vehicle (A)TRADOC ODIN WEG

Basic Information

Name

METRAS 14TC1 Saudi 4x4 Armored Vehicle

Designation

METRAS 14TC1

Alternate Designation

METRAS 14TC1

Equipment Type

Amphibious Armored Personnel Carrier (APC)

Manufacturer

ERAF

Date of Introduction

2012

Description

The METRAS 14TC1 Saudi 4x4 Armored Vehicle is a multi-mission vehicle delivering STANAG Level III protection, a double-wishbone suspension for superior ride quality, and versatile 4×4 performance across extreme terrains. The "14T" designation refers to the vehicle's approximate gross vehicle weight class of 14 tonnes. ERAF markets the METRAS MPAV 14T as a platform that "delivers multi-platform dominance," emphasizing its modular design for multiple mission configurations. The METRAS MPAV 14T appears to occupy a niche between the Tares III-10TC1 and the Tares III-16TC1, representing ERAF's approximately 14-tonne-class offering, with its own distinct V-hull monocoque heritage derived from the original Penman/Creation UK design lineage. While the Tares III vehicles represent ERAF's newest clean-sheet designs, the METRAS MPAV remains a proven platform in ERAF's portfolio.

Ground Specifications

Crew 2

Mobility Type Wheeled (4x4)

Engine Diesel (285 hp)

NBC Protection Yes

Max Speed 600.0 km/h

Range 110.0 km

System

Alternative Designation METRAS 14TC1

Type Armored Vehicle

Manufacturer ERAF

Configuration 4x4

Crew 2 ea

Passengers 6 ea

Payload Capacity 2,000 kg

Dimensions

Length 6,050 mm

Width 2,600 mm

Height 2,700 mm

Weight, Combat 14,000 kg

Communications

Note Communications options include Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA), satellite, UHF, VHF, and HF systems. Additional equipment includes situational awareness systems, health and usage monitoring systems (HUMS), twin alternators, and exportable power systems.

Automotive

Engine Name Cummins ISB 285 Hp E3

Engine Type Diesel

Engine Power 285 hp @ 2500 rpm

Transmission Allison fully automatic SP series, 6F / 1R

Maximum Range 110 km/h

Maximum Speed 600 km

Amphibious No

Gradient 60%

Side Slope 30%

Vertical Step INA

Trench INA

Fording INA

Main Weapon System

Note The METRAS can be equipped with a protected weapon station (PWS) or remote weapon station (RWS) mounting a 12.7mm × 99mm M2 HB heavy machine gun. Two firing ports on either side of the body allow troops to engage targets with personal weapons from within the vehicle.

Protection

Armor The METRAS hull features a V-shaped interchangeable armoured steel hull designed as the primary blast strike face, supported by an integrated non-parasitic blast mitigation system. Protection levels include: Ballistic: STANAG 4569 Level 3. Blast: STANAG 4569 Level 2a and Level 3b. Crew cab and troop compartment: Armorable up to B7 ballistic protection levels. The vehicle is fitted with suspended seats for blast mitigation and an HD air conditioning system. Fire extinguishers and a central tire inflation system (CTIS) are standard equipment.

Applique Armor INA

NBC Protection Yes

Smoke Equipment INA

Image Sources

Notes https://www.eraf.com/land-system/metras-14tc1

Details

Country of Origin Saudi Arabia

Category Wheeled Heavy Armored Vehicles

Land > Heavy Armored Vehicles > Wheeled Heavy Armored Vehicles

Classification

Domain

Ground

Equipment Status

Active

Dimensions

Length

6.05 m

Width

2.6 m

Height

2.7 m

Weight

14000 kg

Operators (1)

Saudi Arabia

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