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KF41 Lynx German Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)

KF41 Lynx

Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
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Basic Information
Name
KF41 Lynx German Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
Designation
KF41 Lynx
Alternate Designation
KF41 Lynx
Equipment Type
Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
Manufacturer
Rheinmetall
Date of Introduction
2018
Description

The Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicle features a distinctive design that incorporates a common drive module and a flexible mission kit configuration. This design allows any base vehicle to be adapted for various roles, including an infantry fighting vehicle (IFV), an armored personnel carrier, a command vehicle, a recovery vehicle, or an ambulance. The driver's position is located on the front left side of the hull, and the vehicle is equipped with three large vision blocks that provide excellent visibility to the front and sides. The mission kit includes a drop-in roof plate that can be easily installed on any drive module along with the necessary equipment to create a Lynx variant. The mission kit can be exchanged, and the protection configuration can be modified within 8 hours. The crew compartment is designed to be mission-neutral and includes C-rails and a pattern of universal fixing points on the walls and floor. This design allows for flexible configurations of mission-specific equipment. Furthermore, the internal volume of the Lynx KF41 drive module is unparalleled for a tracked infantry fighting vehicle that features a manned turret.

Ground Specifications
Crew 2
Mobility Type Tracked
Main Weapon 35x228mm ammunition family
Engine Diesel (1140 hp)
Active Protection The infantry fighting vehicle is equipped with active defence system (ADS) with multi-hit capability for all-round protection and Rheinmetall rapid obscuring system (ROSY) for protection from unexpected attacks. It also features ballistic and mine protection capabilities.
NBC Protection Yes
Max Speed 70.0 km/h
Range 500.0 km
Variants
KF41 Lynx Reconnaissance Reconnaissance Variant
KF41 APC The IFV turret is removed, armament consists of one remotely operated weapon station armed with one 7.62m machine gun. The rear of the hull has been raised to offer more internal space.
KF41 Lynx Ambulance The internal layout has been adapted to carry a medical team and wounded soldiers.
KF41 Lynx Recovery Same design and armament as the APC version. No turret, one crane is mounted on the roof of the vehicle.
KF41 Lynx Command Post A version was shown in June 2018 during Eurosatory, defense exhibition in Paris, France. There is no turret, the same design as the APC version, with a new internal layout adapted for command and control.
Lynx 120 This unique platform merges a tried-and-tested turret concept and the proven 120mm smoothbore cannon with the Lynx KF 41 chassis. The new mechanized fire support variant of the Lynx offers the user outstanding fire support and anti-tank capabilities.
System
Alternative Designation KF41 Lynx
Type Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
Manufacturer Rheinmetall
Configuration Track
Crew 2 ea
Passenger Capacity 8 ea
Dimensions
Length 7.7 m
Width 3.6 m
Height 3.3 m
Weight, Combat 44 tons
Automotive
Engine Name Liebherr Engine
Engine Type Diesel
Engine Power 1,140 hp
Power-to-Weight Ratio 26 hp/t
Maximum Range 500 km
Maximum Land Speed 70 km/h
Amphibious No
Gradient 60%
Side Slope 30%
Vertical Step 1.0 m
Trench 2.5 m
Fording 1.5 m
Main Weapon System
Note The Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicle is armed with the next generation Lance 2.0 turret, which offers enhanced survivability for critical subsystems against kinetic and fragmentation threats during close combat. The turret is integrated with the new Wotan 35 electrically driven cannon, which is designed to fire Rheinmetall’s 35x228mm ammunition family. It is also fitted with two flexible mission pods on either side to allow for the installation of a variety of sub-systems. The mission pod options include dual Rafael Spike LR2 anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs), non-line of sight strike loitering munitions, an electronic warfare package or unmanned aerial vehicle. The Main Sensor Slaved Armament (MSSA), the secondary armament for the Lynx KF41 IFV, offers 360° view for the vehicle crew. The lance turret can be configured in manned and unmanned versions operated from workstations within the hull rear. The Lynx turret could also integrate loitering munition to be used as an anti-tank weapon.
Coaxial Weapon System
Note 1 x 7.62mm co-axial machine gun
Protection
Hull Armor The modular armor concept provides protection against antitank weapons, medium-caliber ammunition, artillery shrapnel, IEDs, and artillery shell splinters.
Applique Armor INA
Active Protection System The infantry fighting vehicle is equipped with active defence system (ADS) with multi-hit capability for all-round protection and Rheinmetall rapid obscuring system (ROSY) for protection from unexpected attacks. It also features ballistic and mine protection capabilities.
NBC Protection Yes
Smoke Equipment Yes
Details
Country of Origin Germany
Category Land
Land
Filter Label
K
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
7.7 m
Width
3.6 m
Height
3.3 m
Weight
44000 kg
Operators (4)
Germany
Italy
Ukraine
Hungary
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