M104 WOLVERINE HEAVY ASSAULT BRIDGE

 in service with the U.S. Army

MISSION ROLE REQUIREMENTS

  • Heavy Assault Bridge for Rapid Under Armor Bridge Emplacement and Rapid Bridge Retrieval
  • Force Multiplier for Armored Combat Through Increased Mobility Capabilities
  • Digital Communication for Command and Control (FBCB2 Applique Utilized)
  • Gap Crossing Capability of 24 meters
  • Mobility Capabilities Equivalent to Abrams Main Battle Tank (MBT)
  • Maximized Commonality with Abrams SEP vehicles for Reduced Logistics Impact
  • Fully Redundant Launch Controls in Both Crew Stations
  • Redundant Hydraulic and Electrical Power Source

SIZE/WEIGHT

  • Mission load class
    • 70.0 tons
  • Ground clearance
    • 18.5 inches
  • Tread
    • 112.0 inches
  • Track width
    • 25.00 inches

PERFORMANCE @ GVW

  • Maximum speed
    • 42 mph (governed)
  • Gap crossing length
    • 24.0 M 
  • Launch time
    • Less than 5 min.
  • Recovery time
    • Less than 10 min.
  • Vertical obstacle
    • 42 inches
  • Cruising range
    • 260 miles
  • Fording
    • 48 inches (w/o kit)
  • Maximum trench crossing 
    • 84 inches

POWER TRAIN & SUSPENSION

  • Engine
    • AGT-1500 turbine
  • Transmission
    • X1100 transmission
  • Electrical system
    • 24 Volts
  • Launch power unit
    • Integrated APU powers launcher silent watch

PERSONNEL

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