The Renault TRM 10000 is a truck used by the French armed forces since 1987. It is utilized both as a troop transport and logistics vehicle.

Renault TRM 10000
TypeHeavy cargo truck
Place of originFrance
Service history
In service1987–Present
Used byFrench Army
Production history
ManufacturerRenault Trucks
Produced1985 to Present
No. built~1000
VariantsRenault TRM 700-100 Renault TRM 10000 CLD
Specifications
Length9.31 m[1]
Width2.50 m
Height3.32 m
Crew2 + 24

EngineRenault 9.8-liter diesel
264 hp
Payload capacity10,000 kg
Ground clearance0.63 m
Fuel capacity500 l
Operational
range
1,200 km
Maximum speed 89 km/h

History

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Production of the TRM 10000 began in 1985. It was developed from the TRM 9000, which was a 9-ton truck designated for export. The TRM 10000 has a longer wheelbase, a revised transmission and a more powerful engine.

After an initial order of 178 vehicles, a second order for 759 trucks was placed in 1987. Originally scheduled for a production of 5,000 trucks, only about 1,000 trucks were produced.[2]

Characteristics

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The TRM has a six-cylinder diesel engine, the MIDR 06.20.45 and has a 6x6 drive for use on roads, trails and off-road.

References

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  1. ^ "TRM 10 000" (in French). Defense.gouv.fr. Retrieved 2013-07-15.
  2. ^ ARG. "Renault TRM 10000 Heavy Utility Truck". Military-Today.com. Retrieved 2013-07-15.