SAMIL 100 explained

SAMIL 100 10-ton 6x6 Truck
Origin:South Africa
Type:10-ton 6x6 truck
Is Vehicle:yes
Designer:Armscor
Production Date:In production up to 1998
Variants:Cargo
Cargo with mine protected cab
Tipper
Water Tanker
Fuel tanker
Recovery vehicle
Artillery tractor
127mm Valkiri (Mk II) MultipleRocket Launcher
Spec Label:SAMIL 100 Cargo
Weight:9135kg (20,139lb) (empty)
Length:10.27m (33.69feet)
Width:2.5m (08.2feet)
Height:3.35m (10.99feet)
Engine:Deutz Diesel Engines V10 cylinder air cooled diesel or ADE 352 T[1]
Engine Power:268hp
Transmission:6 speed x 2 range
Suspension:Telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers on leaf springs
Vehicle Range:800km (500miles)
Crew:2
Passengers:50

The SAMIL 100 is an upgraded Magirus Deutz 320D22AL 6x6 10-ton (load) truck. Classified as a heavy truck, it is made of pressed steel with the cargo area (capable of carrying up to 50 passengers) having drop sides and a tailgate.

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Citations and References

Bibliography

Book: Jane's. Jane's Military Vehicles and Ground Support Equipment . 1985 . Jane's Publishing Company Ltd. London . 0-7106-0811-X .

Notes and References

  1. Web site: SAMIL 100 Heavy Utility Truck . Military-Today.com . 2022-08-20.