Sakb

HIT Sakb
Type	Armoured command vehicle
Place of origin	Pakistan
Production history
Manufacturer	Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT)
Specifications
Mass	~11.8 ton (curb weight) ~12.4 ton (loaded/combat weight)
Length	208 in
Width	100 in
Height	98.25 in
Crew	7 maximum (including driver)
Armour	5083 Aluminium
Engine	Detroit Diesel 6V53T 265 HP @ 2800 r.p.m.
Suspension	Torsion bar
Operational range	530 km
Maximum speed	60 km/h

Sakb is an armoured command vehicle designed and manufactured in Pakistan by APC Factory of Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT). Based on the M113 armoured personnel carrier, the Sakb varies from the M113 mainly in size and shape, the idea being to make the Sakb an effective command post without compromising on mobility. The Sakb has an amphibious capability similar to the M113 and can climb a 60% gradient.

The vehicle is equipped with racks for fitting of C4I equipment, map boards, a table, a generator and an air conditioner.

Users

Pakistan

• Pakistan Army

See also

• Armoured personnel carrier
• Heavy Industries Taxila

Related lists

• List of modern armoured fighting vehicles

References

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