Ripsaw (vehicle)
| Ripsaw | |
|---|---|
File:Ripsaw logo.png | |
| Type | Tracked Light tanks |
| Place of origin |  United States |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Howe & Howe |
| Variants | MS1 (unmanned), MS2 (driver optional) |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 9,000 lbs |
| Height | 70 in |
| Armor | Aluminum |
| Engine | 6.6 duramax diesel 600 hp |
| Power/weight | 1000 ft/lbs |
| Payload capacity | 2,000 lbs. |
| Suspension | 16 in. Travel |
| Ground clearance | 24 in |
| Maximum speed | 60+ |
The Ripsaw is a developmental light tank developed by Howe & Howe for evaluation by the United States Army[1]. It is able to hit 50 mph in about 4 seconds. The original Ripsaw UGV (non-militarized) prototype could hit 50 mph in about 3.5 seconds, since it was lighter, but it wasn’t as strong/rugged. The MS1 tactical UGV utilizes a powerful oversized and customized 650-horsepower Duramax 6.6L V8 diesel engine that delivers 900 ft./lbs of torque. The Ripsaw MS1 and UGV were both manufactured by Howe and Howe Technologies[2].
References
- ^ Teel, Roger A.. "Ripsaw demonstrates capabilities at APG." The United States Army Homepage. N.p., 16 July 2010. Web. 4 Aug. 2010. <http://www.army.mil/-news/2010/07/16/42405-ripsaw-demonstrates-capabilities-at-apg/>.
- ^ "Ripsaw." Howe & Howe Technologies. N.p., n.d. Web. 4 Aug. 2010. <http://www.howeandhowetechnologies.com/ripsaw.php>.
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