FV103 Spartan | |
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| Country | UK |
| Role | Armoured personnel carrier |
| Entering service | 1978 |
| Built | 967 |
FV103 Spartan is a tracked armoured personnel carrier of the British Army. It was developed as the APC variant of the Combat Vehicle Reconnaissance (Tracked) family. The vehicle can carry up to seven personnel, including three crew members. Armed with a single machine gun, it is almost indistinguishable from the FV102 Striker in external appearance. Rather than a general personnel carrier for infantry, the Spartan has been used for moving specialist teams, such as anti-aircraft missile teams. An anti-tank variant of the Spartan has been produced, named FV120 Spartan MCT; this is armed with MILAN anti-tank missiles. Nearly 500 Spartans have served with the British armed forces since entering service in 1978; they are now being replaced by newer vehicles.
Source: FV103 Spartan on Wikipedia
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| Photos | 47 |
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General Characteristics (CVR(T) Family)
The FV103 Spartan is a small, tracked armored personnel carrier developed for the British Army as part of the Combat Vehicle Reconnaissance (Tracked) or CVR(T) family of light armored vehicles. It is primarily used for transporting specialist teams.
| Property | Value (Typical Service Model) |
|---|---|
| Role | Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) |
| Manufacturer | Alvis Vehicles Ltd. |
| Entered Service | 1978 |
| Crew Capacity | 7 (3 Crew + 4 Passengers/Specialists) |
| Combat Weight | Approx. 10.67 tonnes (23,520 lb) |
| Chassis Base | CVR(T) (Shared with Scorpion, Scimitar, etc.) |
Powerplant and Mobility
- Engine (Original): Jaguar J60 4.2-litre DOHC inline six-cylinder petrol engine.
- Engine (Upgraded): Later fitted with a Cummins 5.9 turbo diesel engine (approx. 190 hp).
- Maximum Road Speed: 96 km/h (60 mph).
- Operational Range: Approximately 510 km (320 mi).
- Suspension: Torsion bar suspension (shared across the CVR(T) family).
- Key Feature: Amphibious capability with minor preparation, and its low profile enhances stealth.
Armament and Protection
- Main Armament: One 7.62 mm L37A1 General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) mounted on the commander’s cupola.
- Defenses: Four electrically-operated smoke dischargers on each side of the hull.
- Armor Material: All-welded aluminum alloy armour.
- Protection Level: Provides protection against small arms fire and shell splinters.
- Specialist Role: Often used to transport anti-aircraft missile teams, mortar fire controllers, and engineer reconnaissance teams, rather than general infantry.
- Variant (Anti-Tank): The FV120 Spartan MCT (MILAN Compact Turret) variant was armed with MILAN Anti-Tank Guided Missiles.
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