EQ2050 (Mengshi) Chinese 4x4 Light Utility Vehicle
EQ2050
Light Utility Vehicle
Other
Basic Information
Name
EQ2050 (Mengshi) Chinese 4x4 Light Utility Vehicle
Designation
EQ2050
Alternate Designation
EQ2050; Mengshi
Equipment Type
Light Utility Vehicle
Manufacturer
Dongfeng
Date of Introduction
2007
Description
The EQ2050 (Mengshi) Chinese 4x4 Light Utility Vehicle is a Chinese copy of the American HMMWV. The production number of these vehicles is increasing. The Chinese military widely uses it. Paramilitary forces also use it. A civil version of this high-mobility vehicle is also available. The EQ2050 is a tactical light utility vehicle designed to operate as a troop transport in rear echelons or areas where an engagement is unlikely. Alternatively, it can be operated as a patrol vehicle or support vehicle for frontline units relying upon its speed for protection.
Ground Specifications
Crew
1
Mobility Type
Wheeled (4x4)
Engine
Diesel (150 hp)
Max Speed
120.0 km/h
Range
500.0 km
Variants
EQ2058
The EQ2058 is the armoured version of the EQ2050. The EQ2058 appears to be fitted with basic splinter protection, and not unlike that fitted to early M1025/M1026 armament carrier variants of the AM General HMMWV.
EQ2050, SOTM
There is a variant of the EQ2050 that appears to carry a radome on its roof. It is based on the standard version of the vehicle and is believed to be used to provide satcom on-the-move (SOTM) communications for PLA units.
EQ2050, EW
In the 2019 parade to celebrate the formation of the PRC, four variants of the EQ2050 were present that appeared to be designed for use in the electronic warfare (EW).
EQ2050, C2
The shelter version of the family was used and on the roof of each shelter was an elevated container and a series of antennas.
EQ2050, disease prevention vehicle
This variant has a shelter at the rear of the vehicle and a single doo cab at the front.
CS/SS4
This variant uses the stripped-back EQ2050 to carry an 82 mm Type 81 mortar that is derived from a Soviet era system.
EQ2050, Type W86
This variant utilizes a four door design with the rear utility compartment used to house a 120 mm W86 mortar.
CSK-131 Mengshi
The fully-armored variants of the EQ2050 family are referred to as Mengshi.
SFQ2040
The SAC SFQ2040 Lieying (Falcon) was also based on AM General-supplied HMMWV chassis, and was powered by either a US-made V8 turbocharged diesel, or a DFM-built EQB125-20 3.92-litre diesel developing 123 hp (92 kW).
XL2060 Xiaolong
The XL2060/XLW2060L differs in the key area of suspension, being fitted with rigid beam-type axles of the portal type, sprung by coil springs.
System
Alternative Designation
EQ2050; Mengshi
Type
Light Utility Vehicle
Manufacturer
Dongfeng
Configuration
4x4
Crew
1 ea
Passenger Capacity
3 ea
Cargo Capacity
1.25 tons
Note
Numerous version of this tactical vehicle exist. Some of them have a fully-enclosed body. Other are open-topped versions, with collapsible split windscreen and canvas cover. Some models have a raised roofline. There is a 2-door cargo version. Number of troops carried varies from version to version. This high mobility vehicle is used for personnel and light cargo transport. It can also tow trailers or light artillery pieces.
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
Over 500 km
Speed, Maximum Road
120 km/h
Speed, Average Cross
INA
Speed Maximum Swim
Not Amphibious
Gradient
60 %
Side Slope
40 %
Vertical Step
0.5 m
Trench
0.75 m
Fording Depth
1.5 m
Main Weapon System
Note
The EQ2050 can be armed with all kind of weapons. Some vehicles have a weapon mount on the roof. It can be fitted with 12.7 mm machine gun, 35 mm automatic grenade launcher or other weapons, such as anti-tank or air defense missiles.
Protection
Armor
INA
Applique Armor
Available
Mine Clearing
No
NBC Protection
No
Smoke Equipment
No
Details
Country of Origin
China
Category
Tactical Utility Vehicles
Land > Infantry Vehicles > Tactical Utility Vehicles
Filter Label
E
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
4.7 m
Width
2.1 m
Height
1.75 m
Weight
2300 kg
Operators (5)
China
Belarus
Cambodia
Vietnam
Zimbabwe
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