TAIMAS 8×8
8×8 wheeled armoured vehicle
Superior mobility, outstanding survivability.
- Max. weight
- 40 000 kg
- Capacity
- 12 persons
- Engine power
- 720 hp
- Max. speed
- > 100 km/h
- Range
- 700 km
- Fording depth
- 1 800 mm
8×8 wheeled armoured vehicle
TAIMAS 8×8 is a new-generation modular multi-wheeled armoured vehicle. Its highly protected hull is a multi-purpose platform for integrating mission equipment and weapon systems to meet the needs of modern armies in combat and peacekeeping operations.
Design
A new-generation modular platform
An agile, highly manoeuvrable platform built for long-range operations across a wide range of terrain, from deserts to the Arctic.
Mission configurations: armoured personnel carrier, infantry fighting vehicle, mobile artillery system, mortar carrier, command post, ambulance, CBRN reconnaissance, driver training, reconnaissance, maintenance and recovery vehicles, mine and IED detection vehicle.
- Advanced design and engineering
- Low silhouette and compact size with a large internal volume and high payload
- Modular architecture for future operational requirements
- Armoured monocoque hull protects the crew against a wide range of threats
- Engine and powerpack at the front right of the vehicle
- Up to nine dismounts seated face to face, in addition to the driver and commander
- Ergonomic seats for protection and comfort
- High reliability, long service life and low life-cycle cost
Mobility
Exceptional cross-country performance
Independent suspension, run-flat tyres, a central tyre inflation system (CTIS) and ABS deliver off-road capability and ride comfort over the roughest terrain. Longitudinal and transverse differential locks, a high power-to-weight ratio, generous ground clearance and approach and departure angles further increase mobility.
- High mobility in urban and off-road conditions
- Proven on and off road in a variety of climates
- Fully independent suspension
- High power-to-weight ratio
- Power-assisted 1st and 2nd axle steering for precise handling in tight turns
- CTIS lets the driver adjust tyre pressure on the move
- Turbocharged diesel with high power and torque off road
- High reliability and maintainability
- Low fuel consumption and operating costs
- Optional amphibious version with twin propellers and joystick control
Survivability
Crew protection
- Modular ballistic protection upgradeable against future threats
- High protection against kinetic projectiles and fragments
- High level of mine protection
- Enhanced protection against IEDs
- Chemical, biological and radiological (CBRN) protection
- Purpose-designed seats prevent head, neck, spine and pelvic injuries
- Five-point seat belts
Firepower
From 7.62 to 120 mm
TAIMAS 8×8 has completed firing trials with a 100 mm turret in Kazakhstan, in summer and in extreme cold.
- Integration of weapon systems from 7.62 to 120 mm, including a 120 mm mortar
- Ideal platform for anti-tank and air-defence missile systems
Systems
Open architecture and easy support
- Integrated lifting and tie-down points
- Rail, sea and air transportable to international standards
- Graphical interface for the driver to control and monitor subsystems
- Built-in test and on-board diagnostics with automatic fault detection
- Open, expandable software architecture
- Commercial off-the-shelf components and subsystems
- High reliability and availability, easy maintenance
- Operator and support staff training throughout the life cycle
Specifications
Full specifications
| Maximum weight | up to 40 000 kg |
|---|---|
| Seating capacity (max.) | 12, including driver and commander |
| Length | 8 000 mm |
| Width | 3 000 mm |
| Height (hull roof) | 2 460 mm |
| Ground clearance | 450 mm |
| Engine | Turbocharged diesel, up to 720 hp |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Transfer case | 2-speed, lockable |
| Axles | Differential locks, hub reduction gears |
| Electrical system | 24 V; maintenance-free 12 V, 120 Ah batteries; 28 V alternator |
| Suspension | Independent hydropneumatic double wishbone, or independent with telescopic dampers and coil springs |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Pneumatic disc brakes at each hub, dual-circuit ABS, independent parking brake |
| Steering | Power-assisted, 1st and 2nd axle steering; all-axle steering optional |
| Tyres | 14.00 R20 or 16.00 R20 with run-flat inserts |
| Maximum speed | > 100 km/h |
|---|---|
| Range | 700 km |
| Fording depth | 1 800 mm |
| Side slope | 30 % |
| Gradient | 60 % |
| Vertical obstacle | 700 mm |
| Trench crossing | 2 000 mm |
| Approach / departure angles | 45° / 45° |
| Swimming speed | > 9 km/h |
TAIMAS 8×8
Equipment
Standard
- Central tyre inflation system (CTIS)
- Radial tyres with run-flat inserts
- ABS
- Climate control system
- Five-point seat belts
- Adjustable driver and commander seats
- Floating floor
- Roof hatches
- Towing eyes
- ARMATRONICS© vehicle electronics
- Driver vision system
- Driver display
- NATO blackout lighting
- Data recorder (video and vehicle data)
- Built-in diagnostics
- NATO slave start socket
- Radio interface
Optional
- Amphibious capability
- Firing ports and vision blocks
- All-axle steering
- Cold climate kit
- Self-recovery winch
- CBRN filtration system
- Automatic fire and explosion suppression system (AFES)
- Radio and intercom
- Smoke grenade launchers
- Auxiliary power unit (APU)
- 360° situational awareness system
- Commander display
- GPS/INS navigation
- Rear ramp door
- Barricade remover
Configurations
Configurations
Fire support vehicle with 100 mm turret
Completed mobility and firing trials in Kazakhstan in summer and extreme cold.
Trials
Trial footage
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Summer firing trials
Kazakhstan test range: steppe march, 100 mm turret firing, swimming.
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Mobility trials
Steep climbs and descents, trenches and obstacles on the snowy steppe.
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Extreme cold trials
Driving through deep snow, live firing and night operations.
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