VBL

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The French armored reconnaissance vehicle VBL

 

 

     The VBL, Véhicle Blindé Léger, is a French wheeled 4×4 armored reconnaissance vehicle. It was developed in the 80’s by Panhard, today RTD. The VBL entered service in 1990.

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Armament
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Machine gun : 7.62 mm
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Machine gun : 12.7 mm
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Antitank missile : Milan or TOW
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Specifications
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Crew : 3 to 4
Powertrain : XD3T Peugeot diesel, 95 hp
Speed : 95 km/h
Water speed : 5.4 km/h
Weight : 3.8 t
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Dimensions
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Length : 3.92 m (4.00 m for VB2L)
Width : 2.02 m
Height : 1.70 m