PARS ALPHA

FNSS Pars ALPHA
TypeArmoured fighting vehicle
Place of originTurkey
Production history
DesignerFNSS Defence Systems
Designed2020–present[1]
ManufacturerFNSS Defence Systems
Specifications
Length7.8 m[2]
Width3.1 m[2]
Height2.4 m (On Road)[2]
2.2 m (On Transportation)
Crew12 (3+9 Inc. Gunner, Driver & Commander, IFV Configuration with Remote Controlled Turret)[2]
ArmorSTANAG 4569 (Level Classified)[2]
Main
armament
TEBER-II 30/40 Remote Controlled Turret: 30mm/40mm Chain Gun, Dual Feed Automatic Cannon (can be replaced with a 30 or 40mm barrel, without making any changes to the gun mount and other parts)[3]
Secondary
armament
7.62 mm MG or 7.62 mm Bushmaster CG[3]
EngineDiesel[2]
711 hp[2]
Power/weight21 hp/tonne[2]
TransmissionFully Automatic, 6 speed forward, 1 speed reverse[2]
SuspensionIndependent, Double Wishbone, Hydro-Pneumatic Suspension with Ride Height Control[2]
Operational
range
800 km[2]
Maximum speed 115 km/h[2]

The Pars ALPHA 8x8, is an infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) designed and manufactured by FNSS.[4]

Design

The vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine and can reach speeds up to 115 km/s, with an operational range of 800 km.[5] It can carry up to a total of 12 personnel, including the driver, gunner and the commander.[6]

Armament

The PARS ALPHA 8x8 AFV and its variants can be fitted with various types of manned or remote-control turrets with 35 mm, 90 mm, 105mm and 120 mm weapon systems, 120 mm mortars, air defence systems and anti-tank weapon systems.[6][7]

The TEBER II 30/40 Remote Controlled Turret (RCT) is designed as the primary weapon system for the PARS ALPHA. The turret includes two anti-tank missiles ready for launch and utilizes an integrated fire control system, enabling target engagement at distances of up to four kilometers.[8] The TEBER II is also equipped with a 30mm Mk44 Bushmaster II dual-feed automatic cannon, which can fire two different types of ammunition, allowing for quick switching between them. The cannon can be easily replaced with a 40mm barrel by changing the recoil spring and forward feeder.[4]

As secondary armament, the turret includes a 7.62mm or 5.56mm caliber coaxial machine gun, which is mounted alongside the main cannon and used to target ground troops. Additionally, there are two anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM), which are designed to effectively target and destroy armored vehicles like tanks.[7]

The vehicle has 16 smoke grenade dischargers to increase the protection of the crew operating it.[2][9]

Mobility

PARS ALPHA 8x8 AFV can be transported with AN-124, C-5 Galaxy, C-17 Globemaster, IL-76 ve A400M.[10]

Variants

The PARS ALPHA 8×8 is available in 9 different variants. The 9 variants of the PARS ALPHA 8x8 adapt the vehicle for various roles by modifying weapons, turrets, and systems. Changes include different calibers for direct fire, autocannons with manned or remote turrets, mortars for indirect fire, air defense guns or missiles, and specialized configurations for engineering or command operations, ensuring versatility for diverse missions.[11]

  • PARS ALPHA 8x8 120mm/105mm/90mm Mobile Gun System
  • PARS ALPHA 8x8 30mm or 40mm New Gen AFV with Two Man Turret
  • PARS ALPHA 8x8 30mm or 40mm New Gen AFV with Remote Controlled Turret
  • PARS ALPHA 8x8 35mm New Gen AFV with Remote Controlled Turret
  • PARS ALPHA 8x8 2x120mm Armoured Mortar Vehicle
  • PARS ALPHA 8x8 2X35mm Air Defence Gun System
  • PARS ALPHA 8x8 Air Defence Missile System
  • PARS ALPHA 8x8 Combat Engineering Squad Vehicle
  • PARS ALPHA 8x8 Command Control & Fire Support Vehicle

See also

References

  1. ^ Valpolini, Paolo (4 February 2024). "WDS 2024 - FNSS unveils its PARS ALPHA 8x8 New Generation AFV". EDR Magazine. Retrieved 15 January 2025.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m FNSS. "FNSS - PARS ALPHA 8x8 Technical Specifications". FNSS. Retrieved 15 January 2025.
  3. ^ a b FNSS. "FNSS - TEBER-II 30/40 Remote Controlled Turret(RCT) Technical Specifications". FNSS. Retrieved 15 January 2025.
  4. ^ a b "FNSS unveils Pars Alpha 8×8 New Generation AFV". Default. 14 February 2024. Retrieved 15 January 2025.
  5. ^ "World Defense Show 2024: FNSS unveils new Pars Alpha offering larger gun options and better protection | Shephard". www.shephardmedia.com. Retrieved 15 January 2025.
  6. ^ a b Brahy, Jérôme. "FNSS' new Pars Alpha 8x8 could fire anti-tank missiles over 4km while on the move". armyrecognition.com. Retrieved 15 January 2025.
  7. ^ a b "FNSS PARS Alpha 8x8 with TEBER II 30/40 RCT Breaks Cover". GBP. Retrieved 16 January 2025.
  8. ^ Vandenbosch (6 May 2024). "DSA 2024: FNSS from Türkiye Presents TEBER-II 30/40 Remote Controlled". armyrecognition.com. Retrieved 16 January 2025.
  9. ^ "PARS ALPHA 8x8 Armoured Fighting Vehicle, Turkey". Army Technology. Retrieved 16 January 2025.
  10. ^ Felstead, Peter (5 February 2024). "WDS 2024: Turkey's FNSS unveils Pars Alpha 8×8 - European Security & Defence". Retrieved 15 January 2025.
  11. ^ FNSS. "FNSS - PARS ALPHA 8x8 Variants". FNSS. Retrieved 14 January 2025.

Notes

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