XM1108 Universal Carrier
The XM1108 Universal Carrier is a classic example of how technological advances within the M113 FOV can lead to greater tactical flexibility. In the XM1108, planners have integrated the best features from several other development and production efforts.
The system is based on a modified hull from an M113A2 or M113A3 which has been cut and "stretched" an additional 34.25 inches (.86 m) and given a sixth set of road wheels. Utilizing the hard-skinned M113 hull as the basis for the new carrier provides the payload with greater side and bottom protection than can be found on many alternative missile and cargo platforms. In addition, the XM1108 utilizes the crew compartment from the current M993 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) carrier. The cab provides the 3 man crew with the same level of ballistic protection found inside the M113A3 armored personnel carrier.
The XM1108 chassis has a maximum payload capacity of 15,700 pounds. The Universal Carrier has potential application for transporting upgraded versions of several battlefield systems including: "Chaparral", "Avenger", "Hellfire", as well as future lightweight versions of the Line-of-Sight Anti-Tank (LOSAT) or Lightweight Multiple Launch Rocket System or upgraded Cargo Carrier applications such as the Volcano Carrier.
XM1108 Characteristics
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Weight, combat loaded |
40,000 lb. (18,144 kg) |
Payload |
15,000 lb. (6,804 kg) |
Ground pressure, combat loaded |
8.63 psi (0.60 kg/cm2) |
Personnel capacity |
3 |
Fuel tank capacity |
130 gallons (492 liters) |
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Speed on land |
41 mi/h (66 km/h) |
Acceleration, 0-20 mph |
7.1sec |
Acceleration, 0-30 mph |
16.7 sec |
Cruising range |
300 mi (483 km) |
Turning radius |
Pivot to infinite |
Slope |
60% |
Side Slope |
40% |
Trench crossing |
86 in. (218 cm) |
Vertical wall climbing |
30 in. (76 cm) |
Gross horsepower-to-weight ratio |
20 hp/ton |
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Make and model |
Detroit Diesel 6V53TIA |
Displacement |
318 in.3 (5.2 liter) |
Fuel |
Diesel |
Gross horsepower |
400 hp |
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Make and model |
Allison X200-4B |
Type |
Hydrokinetic |
Steering |
Hydrostatic |
Brake type |
Multiple wet plate |
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Suspension |
Torsion bar |
Road wheels |
6 per side, 24 inch diameter (61 cm) |
Track type |
Steel double pin, detachable rubber pad |
Number of shoes |
75 left, 76 right |
Track pitch |
6 in. (15.2 cm) |
Track width |
15 in. (38 cm) |
Shock absorbers |
4 per side |
Wheel travel |
15.8 in. (40.2 cm) |
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Generator |
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Amperes |
200, 300 optional |
Volts, dc |
28 |
Batteries |
4, type 6TL, 120 amp-hr, 12-volt each |
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Hull |
5083 Aluminum |
Cab |
5083 Aluminum |
Windows |
Transparent armor with louver covers |
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Fixed |
5 lb. (2.3 kg) CO2 for engine compartment |
Portable |
5 lb. (2.3 kg) CO2 |
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