Basic Information

Name

Eagle III Swiss 4x4 Artillery Forward Observation Vehicle

Designation

Eagle III

Alternate Designation

Eagle III

Equipment Type

Armored Reconnaissance Vehicle

Manufacturer

General Dynamics European Land Systems-Mowag, Kreuzlingen, Switzerland General Dynamics European land Systems-Germany, Kaiserslautern, Germany

Date of Introduction

2002

Description

Eagle III Artillery Forward Observation Vehicle This vehicle is used for target surveillance, acquisition, observation, reconnaissance and patrol missions. It carries a crew of four (driver, surveyor, forward observer and signals operator). Panoramic bulletproof windows ring the vehicle, which is fitted with a raised roof. It is protected by high-hardness armored steel and composite armor. Additional mine protection is available as an option.

Ground Specifications

Crew 4

Engine 6.5 liter (397 cu in) turbo four-stroke V8 diesel (190 hp)

Active Protection None

Range 450.0 km

Variants

Eagle I INA

Eagle II Reconnaissance Vehicle This variant is slightly heavier than the Eagle I with a better power-to-weight ratio. The chassis is based on the enhanced capability vehicle (ECV) Humvee. It is fitted with a metal and composite armor shell capable of withstanding NATO Standard Agreement (STANAG) Level II or III threats. A Mowag armored MBk2 observation cupola is fitted.

Eagle III Artillery Forward Observation Vehicle This vehicle is used for target surveillance, acquisition, observation, reconnaissance and patrol missions. It carries a crew of four (driver, surveyor, forward observer and signals operator). Panoramic bulletproof windows ring the vehicle, which is fitted with a raised roof. It is protected by high-hardness armored steel and composite armor. Additional mine protection is available as an option.

Eagle IV Military Tactical Vehicle The military tactical vehicle is suited as a platform for mission roles such as reconnaissance, surveillance, command or military police tasks. It is based on the advanced Mowag Duro 3 chassis technology with roll stabilizer and the De-Dion axle system. Along with the permanent all-wheel drive system, the roll stabilizer and axle system help give the vehicle high off- and on-road mobility.

Eagle V This is a further development of the Eagle IV with a larger payload capacity, internal volume and increased crew protection, while providing the same mobility. The vehicles can be optimized for different missions with the application of modular add-on kits. It is available in 4 x 4 and 6 x 6 variants. The former was made public in 2010 and the latter in 2012. The two variants are about 80 percent common.

Eagle BAT ambulance This ambulance accommodates an emergency doctor, rescue assistant and a driver/paramedic. The vehicle permits patient transport and emergency treatment under protection.

Eagle V 6 x 6 The is a 6 x6 compact off-road vehicle powered by a six-cylinder turbo-diesel engine coupled to a five-speed automatic transmission and a two-stage transfer case.

VERO robotics kit Developed by Ruag Defence in Switzerland, this is a robotics kit that can be retrofitted onto the Eagle IV, among other vehicles.

System

Alternative Designation Eagle III

Type Reconnaissance Vehicle

Manufacturer General Dynamics European Land Systems-Mowag, Kreuzlingen, Switzerland General Dynamics European land Systems-Germany, Kaiserslautern, Germany

Family Eagle Series

Crew 4 (driver, forward observer, surveyor, signals operator)

Passenger Capacity INA

Dimensions

Length 4.90 m

Width 2.28 m

Height, Mast Retracted 2.60 m

Height, Mast Extended 3.20 m

Ground Clearance 0.40 m

Wheelbase 3.30 m

Weight, Empty 5,100 kg

Weight, Combat 5,800 kg

Payload Weight 700 kg

Automotive

Engine Name 1 x GM

Engine Type 6.5 liter (397 cu in) turbo four-stroke V8 diesel

Engine Power 190 hp at 3,400 rpm

Fuel Capacity 95 liters

Transmission Hydramatic 4L80E automatic; 4 forward/1 reverse gears

Range 450 km

Speed, Maximum Road 125 km/h

Speed, Average Cross INA

Speed Maximum Swim Not Amphibious

Fording Depth 0.76 m

Gradient 60 percent

Side Slope 40 percent

Main Gun

Note 1 x 7.62-mm machine gun facing forward in turret. Name of 7.62mm Machine Gun: INA

Fire Control

Name INA

Computerized FCS No

Main Gun Stabilization No

Protection

Hull Armor Protection against 5.56-mm and 7.62-mm ball ammo from 33 yds (30 m) and up; and protection against 7.62-mm steel jacket ammo from 109 yds (100 m) and up

Turret Armor Protection against 5.56-mm and 7.62-mm ball ammo from 33 yds (30 m) and up; and protection against 7.62-mm steel jacket ammo from 109 yds (100 m) and up

Applique Armor Available

Explosive Reactive Armor No

Active Protection System No

Mine Clearing No

NBC Protection Yes, Overpressure System

Smoke Equipment INA

Image Sources

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