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K288A1



Overview


K288A1

K288A1 armored recovery vehicle in the field. The crane and outriggers are clearly visible.
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Origin
South Korea
Type
Armored recovery vehicle
Entered service
Late 1980's
Status
In service
Development
Mid 1980's
Developer
South Korea - Daewoo
Production
Late 1980's - Early 2000's
Producer
South Korea - Daewoo
Number produced
Dozens (estimate)
Notable users
South Korea

Description


The K288A1 is an armored recovery vehicle of South Korean origin. It is part of the KIFV family of fighting vehicles. The K288A1 is fitted with a 10 t winch that can be double rigged for a 20 t capacity. A 6t crane is located at the rear of the of the vehicle which may be used to change engine blocks. Additionally tools and spare parts are carried. Two outriggers are fitted at the rear for use when operating the winch. A ring mounted 12.7mm M2HB heavy machine gun is fitted for self-defense.

Details


Facts K288A1
General
Origin
South Korea
Type
Armored recovery vehicle
Crew
4 (commander, driver, 2 pioneers)
Dimensions
Weight
14.5 t combat load
12.8 t empty
Length
5.93 m
Width
2.91 m
Height
3.05 m with crane stowed
1.83 m to hull top
Equipment
Winch
10 t
Crane
6 t
Night vision
Yes, for driver
Main armament
Type
12.7mm M2HB heavy machine gun
Mount
One man turret with gun shield
Ammunition
100 rounds ready to fire, total number unknown
Traverse
Manual traverse and elevation
Stabilizer
No
Chassis
Chassis type
Tracked chassis, 5 roadwheels
Layout
Drive sprocket front, idler rear
Track width
0.38 m
Ground pressure
0.75 kg/cm²
Suspension
Torsion bar
Automotive
Engine
MAN D2848T V8 diesel
Power output
350 hp at 2.300 rpm
Transmission
X200-5K automatic
4 forward, 1 reverse
Fuel
400 L
Mobility
Speed
65 km/h on road
6 km/h afloat
Range
480 km
Power to weight ratio
24.1 hp/t
Obstacle crossing
Ground clearance
0.41 m
Wall
0.6 m
Trench
1.7 m
Gradient
60 %
Slope
30 %
Fording
Amphibious
Protection
Armor type
Aluminum
NBC system
Optional
Smoke system
6x smoke grenade launcher

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K200 KIFV

The K288A1 is based on the chassis of the K200A1 armored personnel carrier.

Browning M2HB

For self-defense a 12.7mm M2HB heavy machine gun is fitted.