Talk:Mbombe 6

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I am proposing deletion of this article, created by a Bell Pottinger account and largely unchanged since. See Wikipedia:Bell Pottinger COI Investigations. Gobonobo ^{T C} 03:01, 10 December 2011 (UTC)

I disagree with this encyclopedia article being described as an advertisement and nominating an article for erasure based upon whom created/contributed to the article. Furthermore, "changing" articles isn't a criteria for inclusion in Wikipedia. Northamerica1000^(talk) 08:46, 12 December 2011 (UTC)

The article has been significantly de-spammed since Gobonobo nominated for deletion. The version at that time was very spammy. Nick-D (talk) 09:26, 12 December 2011 (UTC)

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Mbombe 8 Infantry Combat Vehicle

There are new versions of the Mbombe, including an 8 wheel version. See Army-technology.com — Preceding unsigned comment added by FHF Christopher Onderstall (talk • contribs) 16:36, 30 January 2017 (UTC)

FHF jamesaustin (talk) 13:47, 27 September 2017 (UTC)I would like to propose the following updates to this section:

The latest multi-role, Mbombe 8 infantry combat vehicle was unveiled at Kazakhstan Defence Expo (KADEX) in June 2016.

It is designed by South African-based defence and aerospace solutions provider Paramount Group

Mbombe 8 is based on Mbombe 6x6 armoured fighting vehicle and is intended to meet modern tactical operational needs of the land forces.

The first advanced prototype will undergo extensive mobility trails in near future, following which production will begin in South Africa or Kazakhstan.

Mbombe 8 design and features

The Mbombe 8 armoured combat vehicle features an armoured hull and mine-resistant flat floor technology, and is based on 8x8 wheeled chassis.

The vehicle is 8m-long, 2.8m-wide and 2.4m-high, and has a wheelbase of 2.3m at the front and 2.55m at the rear. It can accommodate four crew members and eight dismounts. The gross vehicle weight and kerb weight of the vehicle are 28t and 19t respectively.

Payload capacity of the Mbombe 8 is roughly 9t including armament, supplies and crew.

The onboard 12kW air-conditioner with climate control system creates a comfortable operating environment by reducing crew fatigue.

The vehicle can be optionally fitted with a winch for recovering stuck vehicles.

Vehicle armament

The 8x8 infantry fighting vehicle is operated with different types of armament based on the mission requirement.

The standard configuration allows for the installation of 30mm or 57mm turret to engage light armoured targets.

The Mbombe 8 can be integrated with AU-220M remotely-operated turret system, developed by Russian JSC Central Research Institute Burevestnik. The weapon station is armed with a 7.62mm coaxial machine gun, a 57mm automatic cannon, targeting systems, and smoke grenade launchers.

Protection features of Mbombe 8 combat vehicle

The armoured hull of the infantry fighting vehicle offers high level of protection (up to STANAG 4569 level three standard) for the occupants against ballistic attacks. It also provides STANAG level 4a and 4b protection against anti-tank land mine explosions.

The vehicle can survive the detonation of up to 10kg TNT mine blast below the hull, and a 10kg TNT blast underneath any wheel. It can also withstand 50kg TNT blast at the sides.

Powertrain The Mbombe 8 armoured fighting vehicle is driven by a 450hp six-cylinder, turbo charged diesel engine, coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission system that gives increased road speed. "Mbombe 8 is based on Mbombe 6x6 armoured fighting vehicle and is intended to meet modern tactical operational needs of the land forces.”

The vehicle is equipped with a hydro-pneumatic, lightweight, independent suspension system, which provides better steering stability. The 16 R20 tyres, fitted with run-flat inserts and central tire inflation system (CTIS), offer high mobility. It is also provided a 24V electrical system, an optional auxiliary power unit, and pneumatic disc brakes with anti-lock braking system.

Mobility of the infantry fighting vehicle

The Mbombe 8 infantry combat vehicle can attain a maximum speed of 110km/h on the road and travel up to a range of 800km. The ground clearance of the vehicle is 450mm and the turning circle diameter is from 22m to 24m.

The vehicle's approach and departure angles are 50° each. It has the ability to ford water obstacles of 900mm deep and cross ditches of 2m deep. It can climb steps of 600mm and negotiate grades of 60% and side slopes of 40%.

The onboard cooling systems and drivetrain components can withstand temperatures between -55°C to 55°C.

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FHF jamesaustin (talk) 13:47, 27 September 2017 (UTC)

References

South Africa is not an operator

I have removed South Africa from the opetators listt because it is simply not true. The cited source does not state that it is in service with the SANDF, it merely reports that "some sources" claim it is. The map needs to be corrected too, but I don't know how to do so. Roger (Dodger67) (talk) 12:45, 31 January 2017 (UTC)

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New variant with high-profile launch customer

Howdy Wikipedians, there's a new variant of the Mbombe known as the Mbombe 4. It's quite a lot newer and may be considered its own vehicle requiring its own article, but I can't decide that on my own. Additionally it has attracted a major launch customer: the United Arab Emirates, this may cause more visitors to want to read about it, and would probably require an article overhaul in itself. What do you think? Sources: https://www.defensenews.com/digital-show-dailies/idex/2019/02/18/united-arab-emirates-army-to-buy-new-armored-vehicle-from-south-african-company-paramount/, https://www.janes.com/article/86545/idex-2019-paramount-group-rolls-out-mbombe-4 -- Jurryaany (talk) 00:46, 19 February 2019 (UTC)