The Ministry of National Defense of Taiwan has officially presented a new tactical reconnaissance armored vehicle developed by Factory No. 209, expanding the country’s defense industry portfolio.
Designed for a crew of five soldiers, the vehicle can be employed in various operational scenarios, ranging from patrol and observation to covering moving units.
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Among the main highlights, the model features:
- Electro-optical reconnaissance system;
- Remotely controlled combat module armed with a 12.7 mm machine gun;
- Smoke grenade launchers for crew protection.
Mobility capabilities
The armored vehicle can overcome vertical obstacles up to 0.45 m, move on slopes of up to 60%, and cross water courses with depths of up to 0.7 m. These features ensure high performance in tactical operations across varied terrains.
Strategic reinforcement
The announcement comes in the context of Taiwan’s armed forces modernization, as the country seeks to strengthen its land defense capability amid growing regional tensions. Factory No. 209 is already responsible for other relevant projects, such as the “Clouded Leopard” family of vehicles, currently in service.
Source and images: Ministry of National Defense of Taiwan (ROC). This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
