Modern equipment and uniform of the British Army
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This is a list of the equipment currently in use by the British Army
. It includes small arms
, combat vehicle
s, aircraft, boats, artillery and transport vehicles. The primary task of the British Army is to help defend the interests of the United Kingdom
, but it can also serve as part of a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) force, or a United Nations
(UN) or any other multi-national force. To meet its commitments the equipment of the army is constantly updated and modified. To meet any shortage or requirement on operations the army can request equipment under an Urgent Operational Requirement
(UOR) which supplements planned equipment programmes.
The 9mm Browning L9A1 is the general issue pistol for self-defence. The Browning is a self-loading pistol using the standard NATO 9mm round. It has been in service since the Second World War and has proven to be a reliable, accurate and robust weapon.
The standard issue rifle is the (Bullpup
configuration) L85A2, known popularly as the SA80. The L85A2 can be fitted with a SUSAT
4x optical sight and a LLM01
laser aiming and torch attachment. It is fed by a 30 round magazine. There is also a carbine
version, the L22A2, in service.
An Under-slung Grenade Launcher (UGL) can also be fitted to the L85 rifle. The grenade launcher is a single shot weapon with a side opening breech loading action, taking a 40mm High Explosive round. The UGL has a range of 350 meters for area targets. The sighting system is a ladder sight mounted onto the left of the weapon.
The L129A1 7.62x51mm calibre, longer range (800m), semi-automatic rifle, will replace the bolt action Accuracy International L96 in the Sharpshooter role. A total of 440 Sharpshooter rifles have been bought as a £1.5m urgent operational requirement. It is the first new infantry combat rifle to be issued for more than 20 years. The standard weapon sight is the ACOG
with 400 of them on order.
recoil-operated, semi-automatic anti-materiél rifle. The British Army uses the M82A1 version.
The Minimi light machine gun
(LMG) is issued to the infantry and some other units to improve their firepower over that provided by the L85 and L86. It is a 5.56x45mm NATO calibre belt-fed machine gun. It is used primarily with its bipod so it can provide a level of sustained fire not possible with the LSW with its 30-round magazine. The L110A1 is the "paratrooper" version, equipped with a shortened barrel and a collapsible stock and is now issued one per four man infantry fireteam
.
. Often referred to as the 'gimpy', it can be fired from a bipod in the light role up to 800 m or from a tripod in the sustained fire role up to 1,800 m, although this falls to 1,100 m in low light conditions, as this is the range at which tracer burns out. Experienced GPMG gunners using the weapon to fire indirectly (i.e. with an arcing trajectory), are able to fire accurately out to 3000 m from the 'Sustained Fire' platform in the 'Map Predicted Fire' role. It is a 7.62x51mm NATO–calibre weapon. Other versions are mounted on various vehicles, boats and helicopters. It is also mounted as coaxial armament in combat vehicles.
The L2 Heavy Machine Gun (HMG) of the British Army is a version of the M2 Browning. It is a 12.7x99mm NATO (.50 BMG
) calibre weapon. It can be mounted on a tripod or on pedestal mounts on vehicles.
which can be carried and fired by one man. Smoke, illuminating and high explosive bombs are available. The 51mm mortar, which replaced the 2" version, was due to be phased out by the use of the newer 40mm AG36 UGL
(Underslung Grenade Launcher) mounted on the SA-80. However operational experience has led to the decision to replace it with a 60mm mortar
vehicle.
anti-tank guided missile
system.
armoured patrol vehicles in service.
The Westland Apache was designed to hunt and destroy tanks and can operate in all weathers, day or night. It carries a mix of weapons including rockets, Hellfire missiles and a 30mm chain gun
.
The Bell 212 is used in the jungle areas of Belize
and Brunei
.
The Westland Lynx
is a battlefield utility helicopter although it has been used for both anti–tank and reconnaissance operations. The addition of door gunners has allowed Lynx to operate in the very close air support role.
The Eurocopter Dauphin
is used in support of United Kingdom Special Forces.
The Westland Gazelle is a small single-engined helicopter primarily used for observation and reconnaissance. It is an older aircraft type with limited capability and is not deployed on combat roles. Under current plans the out of service date for the Gazelle is 2012.
The Eurocopter Squirrel is the basic training helicopter for the Army.
and Defender
are light aircraft used for airborne reconnaissance and command. They have a range of 380 nautical miles and can carry two crew and six passengers.
in Afghanistan. It has a flight time of approximately one hour, and can fly anywhere within a 10 kilometre radius of its ground control station
The Watchkeeper WK450 is a larger more advanced aircraft, with twin payloads, that can operate in all weathers and can take off and land automatically.
For long endurance missions it can be fitted with two 50 litre auxiliary fuel tanks, but it has a typical endurance of 17 hours. WK450 has a maximum payload capacity of 150 kilogrammes. which will include day and night sensors, a flir, a zoom television camera, a laser range finder and target designator and a combined synthetic aperture radar and ground moving target indicator.
Numerous variants of the Land Rover are used such as the Land Rover Wolf
Truck Utility Light and Medium (Higher Specification) (designated TUL-HS and TUM-HS), the Land Rover Defender Truck Utility Light and Medium (designated TUL and TUM) and a version fitted as a Battlefield Ambulance, using the Land Rover Defender 127" chassis.
are used for light transport for things such as mortars, ammunition and general supplies.
and Foden
EKF 6 x 8 Improved Medium Mobility Load Carriers.
to tow the L118 Light gun and the Rapier missile system. It is also used as a small logistics vehicle; the armoured version is known as the Vector.
The All Terrain Mobility Platform (ATMP) is a versatile, lightweight load-carrying six-wheeled vehicle used by airborne and air-mobile battalions.
. The 4 x 2 vehicle can self-load a 1t pallet. Each vehicle is equipped with an 8,000 lb self-recovery winch and sand ladders, which act as loading ramps for a cargo pallet.
R250 motorcycles are used by dispatch riders and for a variety of liaison and traffic control tasks.
and MAN HX logistic vehicles with varying capacities, including special variants such as a Unit Support Tanker, and a Recovery Vehicle.
.
is a glass reinforced plastic boat, operated by the Royal Engineers
which can be carried by four men. It is designed to carry up to 10 fully equipped troops or 1,043 kg of stores, it also makes a useful light ferry when fitted with an outboard motor.
is a series of rigid hulled raiding craft, operated mainly by the Royal Engineers
and Royal Marines
, but also by the Royal Logistic Corps
. The Mk 3 craft is capable of 30 knots and can be beached during assaults. It is also used in support of bridging operations.
(CSB) is a powerful, versatile craft designed to support both bridging and amphibious operations. Powered by water jet propulsion it has a shallow draught. It is generally operated by the Royal Engineers
as a general-purpose boat in support of diving operations, ship-to-shore re-supply and inland riverine patrols. It is also operated by the Royal Marines
.
for amphibious operations and is designed to deliver men and materiél onto beaches.
will be a fleet of 62 new light helicopters for the Army and Royal Navy from 2014 and 2015 respectively. The Army variant of the Lynx Wildcat will be used for reconnaissance, command and control, transportation of troops and materiél and the provision of force protection. With new Rolls-Royce CTS800-4N engines it will be significantly more powerful than the current Lynx, enabling it to operate in extreme hot conditions and high altitudes.
programme.
is a planned family of medium-weight armoured vehicles intended to replace the Saxon, FV432 and CVR(T) series of vehicles.
British Army
The British Army is the land warfare branch of Her Majesty's Armed Forces in the United Kingdom. It came into being with the unification of the Kingdom of England and Scotland into the Kingdom of Great Britain in 1707. The new British Army incorporated Regiments that had already existed in England...
. It includes small arms
Small arms
Small arms is a term of art used by armed forces to denote infantry weapons an individual soldier may carry. The description is usually limited to revolvers, pistols, submachine guns, carbines, assault rifles, battle rifles, multiple barrel firearms, sniper rifles, squad automatic weapons, light...
, combat vehicle
Combat vehicle
A combat vehicle, also known as a ground combat vehicle, is a self-propelled, weaponized military vehicle used for combat operations. Combat vehicles can be wheeled or tracked.- Automation :...
s, aircraft, boats, artillery and transport vehicles. The primary task of the British Army is to help defend the interests of the United Kingdom
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
, but it can also serve as part of a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) force, or a United Nations
United Nations
The United Nations is an international organization whose stated aims are facilitating cooperation in international law, international security, economic development, social progress, human rights, and achievement of world peace...
(UN) or any other multi-national force. To meet its commitments the equipment of the army is constantly updated and modified. To meet any shortage or requirement on operations the army can request equipment under an Urgent Operational Requirement
Urgent Operational Requirement
An Urgent Operational Requirement is a system used by the British Ministry of Defence to obtain urgent equipment for operations.Supplementing the MOD's long term planned equipment programme are Urgent Operational Requirements , funded by extra Treasury money to provide the fast equipment...
(UOR) which supplements planned equipment programmes.
Browning Pistol (L9A1)
The 9mm Browning L9A1 is the general issue pistol for self-defence. The Browning is a self-loading pistol using the standard NATO 9mm round. It has been in service since the Second World War and has proven to be a reliable, accurate and robust weapon.
P226 SIG Pistol (L105A1, L105A2 and L106A1)
Variants of the P226 SIG Sauer pistol have been procured as a replacement for the Browning pistol in some units and as a UOR for use in Afghanistan. The L105A1 is the original P226, the L105A2 is the railed version and the L106A1 has an improved protective finish.Rifle 5.56 (L85A2)
The standard issue rifle is the (Bullpup
Bullpup
Bullpups are firearm configurations in which the action is located behind the trigger group and alongside the shooter's face, so there is no wasted space for the buttstock as in conventional designs. This permits a shorter firearm length for the same barrel length for improved maneuverability, and...
configuration) L85A2, known popularly as the SA80. The L85A2 can be fitted with a SUSAT
SUSAT
The Sight Unit Small Arms, Trilux, or SUSAT, is a 4× telescopic sight with tritium-powered illumination, utilised at dusk or dawn. The full name of the current model is the SUSAT L9A1. The sight is not designed as a sniper sight, but is rather intended to be mounted on a variety of rifles and to...
4x optical sight and a LLM01
LLM01
The LLM01 is an adaptive target acquisition module made by Oerlikon Contraves GmbH in Stockach, Germany. It is designed to be mounted with a metal integral quick release clamping adapter on the left side of the carry handle adapter of Heckler & Koch G36 assault rifles...
laser aiming and torch attachment. It is fed by a 30 round magazine. There is also a carbine
Carbine
A carbine , from French carabine, is a longarm similar to but shorter than a rifle or musket. Many carbines are shortened versions of full rifles, firing the same ammunition at a lower velocity due to a shorter barrel length....
version, the L22A2, in service.
An Under-slung Grenade Launcher (UGL) can also be fitted to the L85 rifle. The grenade launcher is a single shot weapon with a side opening breech loading action, taking a 40mm High Explosive round. The UGL has a range of 350 meters for area targets. The sighting system is a ladder sight mounted onto the left of the weapon.
Light Support Weapon (L86A2)
The L86A2 Light Support Weapon (LSW) is similar to the L85 and has been in service since 1986. It has a longer barrel, a bipod and shoulder strap fitted for greater range and accuracy. Many of the weapon's parts are interchangeable with the L85, including the same 30 round magazine. The LSW is capable of producing a high rate of accurate rapid fire at ranges up to 800 meters.Sharpshooter rifle (L129A1)
A sharpshooter rifle based on Law Enforcement Internationals 7.62mm calibre LM7, was chosen by the MoD as a replacement for the AI L96 used by designated marksmen/sharpshooters.The L129A1 7.62x51mm calibre, longer range (800m), semi-automatic rifle, will replace the bolt action Accuracy International L96 in the Sharpshooter role. A total of 440 Sharpshooter rifles have been bought as a £1.5m urgent operational requirement. It is the first new infantry combat rifle to be issued for more than 20 years. The standard weapon sight is the ACOG
Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight
Advanced Combat Optical Gunsights are a series of telescopic sights manufactured by Trijicon. The ACOG is designed to be used on the M16 rifle and M4 carbine, but Trijicon has developed ACOG accessories for certain other firearms...
with 400 of them on order.
Heckler & Koch (HK417)
The HK417 is a 7.62mm rifle that has been issued to United Kingdom specialist units.Sniper rifle (L96)
The 7.62mm L96 sniper's rifle was designed to achieve a first-round hit at 600m and harassing fire out to 1100m. The Accuracy International L96 has been upgraded with a 3-12 x 50 sight and spotting scope.Long-range rifle (L115A3)
Nearly 600 of the long-range rifles have been ordered to replace the L96. The L115A3 has a scope that can magnify the target up to 25 times, a suppressor to reduce flash and noise, a folding stock and a five-round magazine. With a range of about a mile, the new weapon is being rolled out alongside the broader Sniper System Improvement programme. The L115A3 Long Range Rifle fires an 8.58mm bullet, which is heavier than the 7.62mm round of the L96, and is less likely to be deflected over extremely long ranges.Barrett (M82)
The Barrett M82 is a .50 calibre.50 BMG
The .50 Browning Machine Gun or 12.7×99mm NATO is a cartridge developed for the Browning .50 caliber machine gun in the late 1910s. Entering service officially in 1921, the round is based on a greatly scaled-up .30-06 cartridge...
recoil-operated, semi-automatic anti-materiél rifle. The British Army uses the M82A1 version.
Combat Shotgun (L128A1)
The Combat Shotgun is a semi-automatic, tubular magazine fed weapon chambered for the 12 gauge cartridge. It has a capacity of eight rounds and a maximum effective range of 140 metres for solid shot and 40 metres for buckshot.Minimi light machine gun (L108A1/L110A1)
Light machine gun
A light machine gun is a machine gun designed to be employed by an individual soldier, with or without an assistant, as an infantry support weapon. Light machine guns are often used as squad automatic weapons.-Characteristics:...
(LMG) is issued to the infantry and some other units to improve their firepower over that provided by the L85 and L86. It is a 5.56x45mm NATO calibre belt-fed machine gun. It is used primarily with its bipod so it can provide a level of sustained fire not possible with the LSW with its 30-round magazine. The L110A1 is the "paratrooper" version, equipped with a shortened barrel and a collapsible stock and is now issued one per four man infantry fireteam
Fireteam
A fireteam is a small military unit of infantry. It is the smallest unit in the militaries that use it and is the primary unit upon which infantry organization is based in the British Army, Royal Air Force Regiment, Royal Marines, United States Army, United States Marine Corps, United States Air...
.
General-purpose machine gun (L7A2)
The L7 General-purpose machine gun (GPMG) is the UK's version of the FN MAGFN MAG
The FN MAG is a Belgian 7.62 mm general-purpose machine gun, designed in the early 1950s at Fabrique Nationale by Ernest Vervier. It has been used by more than 80 countries, and it has been made under licence in countries such as Argentina, Egypt, India, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the...
. Often referred to as the 'gimpy', it can be fired from a bipod in the light role up to 800 m or from a tripod in the sustained fire role up to 1,800 m, although this falls to 1,100 m in low light conditions, as this is the range at which tracer burns out. Experienced GPMG gunners using the weapon to fire indirectly (i.e. with an arcing trajectory), are able to fire accurately out to 3000 m from the 'Sustained Fire' platform in the 'Map Predicted Fire' role. It is a 7.62x51mm NATO–calibre weapon. Other versions are mounted on various vehicles, boats and helicopters. It is also mounted as coaxial armament in combat vehicles.
Heavy machine gun (L2A1)
The L2 Heavy Machine Gun (HMG) of the British Army is a version of the M2 Browning. It is a 12.7x99mm NATO (.50 BMG
.50 BMG
The .50 Browning Machine Gun or 12.7×99mm NATO is a cartridge developed for the Browning .50 caliber machine gun in the late 1910s. Entering service officially in 1921, the round is based on a greatly scaled-up .30-06 cartridge...
) calibre weapon. It can be mounted on a tripod or on pedestal mounts on vehicles.
Heckler & Koch 40mm Grenade Machine Gun
The Heckler & Koch 40mm Grenade Machine Gun (GMG) provides a high rate of fire combined with the fragmentation effect of a mortar. The GMG is usually mounted on Jackal (MWMIK) vehicles but can also be used from tripods.51 mm Light Mortar (L9A1)
The 51 mm mortar is a light weaponMortar (weapon)
A mortar is an indirect fire weapon that fires explosive projectiles known as bombs at low velocities, short ranges, and high-arcing ballistic trajectories. It is typically muzzle-loading and has a barrel length less than 15 times its caliber....
which can be carried and fired by one man. Smoke, illuminating and high explosive bombs are available. The 51mm mortar, which replaced the 2" version, was due to be phased out by the use of the newer 40mm AG36 UGL
AG36
The AG36 is a single-shot 40 mm grenade launcher which operates on the High-Low System and was designed primarily for installation on the G36 assault rifle, designed by the German weapons manufacturing company Heckler & Koch of Oberndorf am Neckar...
(Underslung Grenade Launcher) mounted on the SA-80. However operational experience has led to the decision to replace it with a 60mm mortar
60 mm Mortar (M6-895)
The Hirtenberger M6-895 60mm Mortar was procured as an UOR. It can be fired in both the direct and indirect roles at a rate of 1–12 rounds a minute and can be operated in the hand-held mode. The 640 60mm Mortar has been procured as a UOR to replace the current 51mm Mortar on current operations.81mm mortar (L16)
The L16A2 81mm mortar is a medium calibre weapon which is operated by a three man team. It is often vehicle-borne, and in mechanised infantry battalions is mounted and fired from an FV432FV432
The FV432 is the armoured personnel carrier variant of the British Army's FV430 series of armoured fighting vehicles. Since its introduction in the 1960s it has been the most common variant, being used for transporting infantry on the battlefield...
vehicle.
MBT LAW
The Main Battle Tank Light Armour Weapon (MBT LAW) is a disposable, man-portable, short range fire-and-forgetFire-and-forget
Fire-and-forget is a third-generation method of missile guidance. The military uses the term for a type of missile which does not require further guidance after launch such as illumination of the target or wire guidance , and can hit its target without the launcher being in line-of-sight of the...
anti-tank guided missile
Anti-tank guided missile
An anti-tank missile , anti-tank guided missile , anti-tank guided weapon or anti-armor guided weapon is a guided missile primarily designed to hit and destroy heavily-armored military vehicles....
system.
FGM-148 Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missile Launcher
The FGM-148 Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missile Launcher (ATGM) has been procured as the replacement for the Milan system. It fires a missile out to ~2500 m and is capable of defeating explosive-reactive armour with a tandem High Explosive Anti Tank (HEAT) warhead. It is currently thought that the Javelin is capable of penetrating most armoured vehicles.Anti-structure weapons
Light Anti-Structures Missile (L72A9)
Originally designated as the "Rocket 66mm HEAT L1A1" M72 LAW, it has been replaced in the Anti-tank role but has been modified for structure demolition purposes, the main difference is the warhead, the LASM contains about 1 kg of an enhanced blast explosive, whereas the LAW contains about a third of a kilogramme.Anti-Structures Munition
The Anti-Structures Munition is a man-portable infantry weapon specifically designed to defeat hardened structures. The contract for development of the system was awarded to Dynamit Nobel Defence in 2006. Expected in-service date is sometime in 2010.Mk.6 and Mk.7 Helmet
The standard helmet is the Mk.6; it is in the process of being replaced by the Mk.7. The Mk.7 helmet is equipped with a new harness that keeps the helmet more stable on the head when night vision equipment is fitted. It is also better integrated with new weapon sights, making it easier to use in a variety of fighting positions.Osprey body armour and Osprey Assault body armour
Since 2006 troops in Afghanistan (and until 2009 Iraq), have been issued with Osprey body armour. This has provided much better protection than previous body armour systems. The new Osprey Assault body armour, which is currently replacing Osprey, will provide the same ballistic protection, while improving the comfort of personnel on operations in Afghanistan. It has all the stopping power of the current body armour but is closer fitting, less bulky and is easier to move in. It is specifically developed to meet the British Army's requirements, using cutting edge materials and manufacturing technology.Combat vehicles
The British Army operates approx. 6,030 armoured vehicles with at-least 647 more in reserve. There are also a further 12,000 Land Rover WolfLand Rover Wolf
The Land Rover Wolf is a military utility vehicle in service with UK Armed Forces and the Dutch Marine Corps. The vehicle is famous for being the primary utility vehicle of the British Army....
armoured patrol vehicles in service.
| Name | Origin | Type | Number | Photo | Notes | |
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| Challenger 2 | Main battle tank Main battle tank A main battle tank , also known as a battle tank or universal tank, is a tank that fills the heavy direct fire role of many modern armies. They were originally conceived to replace the light, medium, heavy and super-heavy tanks. Development was spurred onwards in the Cold War with the development... |
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The Challenger 2 (CR2) is the British Army's battle proven Main Battle Tank. CR2 is based on the Challenger 1 that served with distinction on operations in the Gulf War and the Balkans. | ||
| FV107 Scimitar FV107 Scimitar FV107 Scimitar is an armoured reconnaissance vehicle used by the British Army. It is very similar to the FV101 Scorpion but mounts a high velocity 30 mm L21 RARDEN cannon instead of a 76 mm gun. It was issued to Royal Armoured Corps, Armoured Regiments in the Reconnaissance role... |
Light tank Light tank A light tank is a tank variant initially designed for rapid movement, and now primarily employed in low-intensity conflict. Early light tanks were generally armed and armored similar to an armored car, but used tracks in order to provide better cross-country mobility.The light tank was a major... (reconnaissance Reconnaissance vehicle A reconnaissance vehicle, also known as a scout vehicle, is a military vehicle used for forward reconnaissance.- Design :Smaller caliber weapons help reduce the vehicle's profile and noise signatures... ) |
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Scimitar is a fast and agile light tank with the primary role of gathering information. To be replaced by 600 new light tanks. | ||
| Warrior Warrior Tracked Armoured Vehicle The Warrior tracked vehicle family is a series of British armoured vehicles, originally developed to replace the older FV430 series of armoured vehicles. The Warrior started life as the MCV-80 project that was first broached in the 1970s, GKN Sankey/Defence winning the production contract in 1980.... |
IFV | 785 |  |
The Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle has the speed and performance to keep up with Challenger 2 Main Battle Tanks over the most difficult terrain, and the firepower and armour to support infantry in the assault. | ||
| FV430 series FV430 series The FV430 series covers a number of armoured fighting vehicles of the British Army, all built on the same chassis. The most common of the series is the FV432 armoured personnel carrier.... and Bulldog |
APC Armoured personnel carrier An armoured personnel carrier is an armoured fighting vehicle designed to transport infantry to the battlefield.APCs are usually armed with only a machine gun although variants carry recoilless rifles, anti-tank guided missiles , or mortars... /IFV |
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The FV 430 family of armoured vehicles entered service with the British Army in the 1960s, but regular maintenance and improvements including a new power train have enabled this old workhorse to remain in service into the 21st Century. (Approx. 500 more in storage) | ||
| CVR(T) Family | APC Armoured personnel carrier An armoured personnel carrier is an armoured fighting vehicle designed to transport infantry to the battlefield.APCs are usually armed with only a machine gun although variants carry recoilless rifles, anti-tank guided missiles , or mortars... and Recconnaisance |
1,179 | As an Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC), it can carry four men in addition to the crew of three. It is used to carry small specialised groups such as reconnaissance teams, air defence sections and mortar fire controllers. | |||
| Mastiff Cougar 6x6 MPV Cougar (vehicle) The Cougar is an armored fighting vehicle designed to be resistant to anti-vehicle mines and improvised munitions.It is a family of armored vehicles produced by Force Protection Inc, which manufactures ballistic and mine-protected vehicles. The automotives are integrated by Spartan Motors... |
IFV | 304 | Mastiff 2 is a heavily armoured, 6 x 6 wheel-drive patrol vehicle which can carry eight people, plus two crew. It began operational duties in June 2009. | |||
| Ridgback Cougar 4x4 MPV Cougar (vehicle) The Cougar is an armored fighting vehicle designed to be resistant to anti-vehicle mines and improvised munitions.It is a family of armored vehicles produced by Force Protection Inc, which manufactures ballistic and mine-protected vehicles. The automotives are integrated by Spartan Motors... |
IFV | 155 | More agile than the Mastiff, the Ridgback, though very similar, is nearly two metres shorter but, crucially, a metre slimmer than its big brother, which allows troops greater access and mobility within built-up environments. | |||
| Wolfhound 6x6 MPV Cougar (vehicle) The Cougar is an armored fighting vehicle designed to be resistant to anti-vehicle mines and improvised munitions.It is a family of armored vehicles produced by Force Protection Inc, which manufactures ballistic and mine-protected vehicles. The automotives are integrated by Spartan Motors... |
IFV | 73 | The Wolfhound is a tactical support variant of the Mastiff, which will give support troops increased protection in high-threat areas. It has a larger load-carrying ability, and will mainly operate in the logistical role, moving ammunition for Light Guns, or carrying Bulky Stores. | |||
| TPz Fuchs |  West Germany |
APC Armoured personnel carrier An armoured personnel carrier is an armoured fighting vehicle designed to transport infantry to the battlefield.APCs are usually armed with only a machine gun although variants carry recoilless rifles, anti-tank guided missiles , or mortars... and Biological warfare |
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The Fuchs vehicles were initially gifted to the UK for the first Gulf War, since when they have been upgraded to be one of the most technologically advanced vehicles of their type in the world. They are manned by a crew of four, Commander, Driver and two Operators. The Fuchs were the first British vehicles into Iraq of the main ground force during the first Gulf War. The vehicle is fully amphibious with a speed through water of 10 kts. It forms part of the armoured arm of the CBRN CBRN CBRN is an initialism for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear. It is used to refer to situations in which any of these four hazards have presented themselves. The term CBRN is a replacement for the cold war term NBC , which had replaced the term ABC that was used in the fifties... Regiment which facilitates freedom of movement while the Land Forces advance. |
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| Viking BVS10 | APC Armoured personnel carrier An armoured personnel carrier is an armoured fighting vehicle designed to transport infantry to the battlefield.APCs are usually armed with only a machine gun although variants carry recoilless rifles, anti-tank guided missiles , or mortars... and IFV |
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The VIKING BVS10 All Terrain Vehicle (Protected) ATV(P) is the third generation of articulated vehicles produced by BAE Systems Hagglunds of Sweden. | ||
| Land Rover Wolf Land Rover Wolf The Land Rover Wolf is a military utility vehicle in service with UK Armed Forces and the Dutch Marine Corps. The vehicle is famous for being the primary utility vehicle of the British Army.... Land Rover Snatch |
Patrol | 12,000 574 |
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The Land Rover Wolf is the British Army's light armoured and patrol combat vehicle. Some 12,000 are in service in the British Army. The 577 Land Rover Snatch 2s in the British Army are a Protected Patrol Vehicle, based on the Land Rover Heavy Duty Chassis. This upgraded vehicle includes armour for troops on the frontline facing IEDs and Mines. |
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| Vector Pinzgauer Pinzgauer High Mobility All-Terrain Vehicle The Pinzgauer is a family of high-mobility all-terrain 4WD and 6WD military utility vehicles. They were manufactured in Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom, by BAE Systems Land & Armaments. The vehicle was originally developed in the late 1960s by Steyr-Daimler-Puch of Graz, Austria, and was named... |
Light APC Armoured personnel carrier An armoured personnel carrier is an armoured fighting vehicle designed to transport infantry to the battlefield.APCs are usually armed with only a machine gun although variants carry recoilless rifles, anti-tank guided missiles , or mortars... and Patrol |
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The Vector provides good protection and, importantly, increased mobility and capacity compared to the Snatch Landrover, which makes it very suitable for the rugged terrain and long patrol distances in Afghanistan. | ||
| Supacat "Jackal" MWMIK MWMIK The Jackal or MWMIK or Mobility Weapon-Mounted Installation Kit is a family of vehicles designed and developed by Supacat Ltd at their factory in Honiton, Devon for use by the British Army.... |
Tactical Support | 270 |  |
Used for reconnaissance, rapid assault, fire support and convoy protection, the Jackal has the capacity to support itself and its crew over 800 km. It has a maximum speed of 80 mph (129 km/h) on roads and weighs seven tonnes. | ||
| Iveco "Panther" CLV Iveco LMV Iveco LMV is a 4WD tactical vehicle developed by Iveco, and in service with several countries.After its adoption by the Italian Army under the name VTLM Lince , it won the “FCLV” competition of the British Army as the Panther and has been adopted by the armies of Belgium, Croatia, Norway, Russia... . |
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The Army received the Panther Command and Liaison Vehicle in summer 2009, replacing some of the in-service CVR(T)s, TUMs, Saxon and FV432 vehicles. | ||
| Husky International MXT-MV International MXT-MV The MXT-MV was introduced in 2006. Part of International Truck's Military Vehicles line, it is an International MXT extensively modified for military duty, transportable by C-130.-Features:... |
Protected Support Combat Vehicle | 236 |  |
The Husky is a protected support vehicle providing commanders with a highly mobile and flexible load carrying vehicle. It is equipped with a machine gun. | ||
| Force Protection Force Protection Inc Force Protection, Inc. is a manufacturer of ballistic- and blast-protected vehicles which have been used in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kosovo and other hot spots around the world.-Company:... "Foxhound" Ocelot (vehicle) The Force Protection Ocelot is an armoured vehicle that is scheduled to replace the United Kingdom's Snatch Land Rover with British forces in Afghanistan and Iraq... |
Light Protected Patrol Vehicle | 300 (Approx.) | The Foxhound is a new armoured patrol vehicle that is intended to replace the current Land Rover Snatch. It design is specifically suited to providing protection from Improvised Explosive Devices (IED)s and so-called 'roadside bombs'. The vehicle is due to start operations by 2011. | |||
Artillery and air defence
The British Army operates approx. 3,162 artillery pieces and mortars.| Name | Origin | Type | Number | Photo | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artillery | ||||||
| AS90 | Self-propelled 155mm howitzer | 166 |  |
The AS90 is a 155mm self-propelled gun that equips six Field Regiments of the Royal Horse Artillery and Royal Artillery. | ||
| L118 Light Gun L118 Light Gun The L118 Light Gun is a 105 mm towed howitzer, originally produced for the British Army in the 1970s and widely exported since, including to the United States, where a modified version is known as the M119A1... |
Towed 105mm howitzer | 138 | The 105 mm Light Gun is used by the Parachute and Commando Field Artillery Regiments of the British Army. | |||
| MLRS | Rocket artillery | 42 |  |
The Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS), nicknamed the '70 km Sniper', provides pinpoint accuracy, delivering a 200 lb high explosive warhead to its target. It has twice the range of other artillery systems used by the British Army. | ||
| Rapier FSC Missile System Rapier missile Rapier is a British surface-to-air missile developed for the British Army and Royal Air Force. Entering service in 1971, it eventually replaced all other anti-aircraft weapons in Army service; guns for low-altitude targets, and the English Electric Thunderbird, used against longer-range and... |
Surface-to-air missile Surface-to-air missile A surface-to-air missile or ground-to-air missile is a missile designed to be launched from the ground to destroy aircraft or other missiles... |
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Rapier Field Standard C is a technologically advanced Short Range Air Defence System (SHORAD) and is in service with the Royal Artillery. | ||
| Starstreak HVM | High Velocity Missile | 229 | The Starstreak HVM (High Velocity Missile) is designed to counter threats from very high performance, low-flying aircraft and fast 'pop up' strikes by helicopters. | |||
| L16 81mm Mortar L16 81mm Mortar The United Kingdom's L16 81 mm mortar is the standard mortar used by the British armed forces. It originated as a joint design by UK and Canada. The version produced and used by Australia is named the F2 81mm Mortar, whilst the version used by the U.S... L9A1 51 mm Light Mortar L9A1 51 mm Light Mortar The L9A1 51 mm Light Mortar is a man-portable mortar system used by the British Army. Smoke, illuminating and high explosive bombs are available. A short range insert device allows the weapon to be used in a direct fire mode... M6-640 M6-640 The Hirtenberger M6-640 60 mm mortar was procured as an urgent operational requirement for the British Army. It can be fired in both the direct and indirect fire role at a rate of 1–12 rounds a minute and can be operated in the hand held mode. The this mortar has been procured to... |
Mortar | 470 2,093 ? |
The mortar is a Battlegroup level indirect fire weapon which is capable of providing accurate High Explosive, smoke and illuminating rounds out to a maximum range of 5,650m. The Hirtenberger M6-895 60 mm Mortar was procured as an Urgent Operational Requirement (UOR). It can be fired in both the direct and indirect fire role at a rate of 1–12 rounds a minute and can be operated in the hand held mode. The 640 60 mm Mortar has been procured as a UOR to replace the current 51 mm Mortar on current operations. | |||
Fuchs NBC reconnaissance vehicle
The Fuchs Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicle is one of the most technologically advanced vehicles of its type in the world.Integrated Biological Detection System
The Integrated Biological Detection System (IBDS) provides an enhanced and automated NBC detection system. The IBDS is installed in a container which can be mounted on a vehicle or transported by either fixed or rotary wing aircraft. The IBDS provides the commander in the field with early warning of a chemical or biological attack.Engineer equipment
The British Army operates approx. 621+ engineering vehicles.| Name | Origin | Type | Number | Photo | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering equipment | ||||||
| CRARRV Challenger 2 | Challenger Armoured Repair and Recovery Vehicle | 81 | The Challenger Armoured Repair and Recovery Vehicle (CRARRV) is a highly evolved armoured vehicle designed to recover and repair damaged tanks on the battlefield. | |||
| FV434 FV434 The FV434 is the Armoured Repair Vehicle variant of the British Army's FV430 series of armoured fighting vehicles. Introduced in the 1960s and is operated by the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers... |
Armoured Repair Vehicle | 50? Unknown | FV434 is the Armoured Repair Vehicle variant of the British Army's FV430 series of armoured fighting vehicles. Introduced in the 1960s and is operated by the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME). | |||
| FV106 Samson FV106 Samson FV106 Samson is a British Army armoured recovery vehicle, one of the CVR family. The main role of this vehicle is to recover the CVR family of vehicles, but can recover other light tracked vehicles such as the FV430 series.-Design and features:... |
Armoured Recovery Vehicle | 120 | Armoured Recovery Vehicle variant of the CVR(T) range of combat vehicles. Capable of recovering up to 12 Tonnes of vehicle. | |||
| FV512 MCRV Warrior IFV Warrior Tracked Armoured Vehicle The Warrior tracked vehicle family is a series of British armoured vehicles, originally developed to replace the older FV430 series of armoured vehicles. The Warrior started life as the MCV-80 project that was first broached in the 1970s, GKN Sankey/Defence winning the production contract in 1980.... |
Mechanised Combat Repair Vehicle | 110 |  |
Variant of Warrior Fighting Vehicle. Equipped with a winch for recovery of other armoured and soft skinned vehicles of a similar and lesser weight. | ||
| FV513 MRV(R) Warrior IFV Warrior Tracked Armoured Vehicle The Warrior tracked vehicle family is a series of British armoured vehicles, originally developed to replace the older FV430 series of armoured vehicles. The Warrior started life as the MCV-80 project that was first broached in the 1970s, GKN Sankey/Defence winning the production contract in 1980.... |
Mechanised Combat Recovery Vehicle (Repair) | 67 | Variant of Warrior Fighting Vehicle. Equipped with a winch for recovery of other armoured and soft skinned vehicles of a similar and lesser weight. Also fitted with a 6.5 tonne crane to aid in the quick repair of recovered equipment. | |||
| Titan AVLB Challenger 2 | Armoured Vehicle Launched Bridge | 33 | Titan is a new armoured engineer vehicle designed to enable troops and vehicles to cross gaps of up to 60 metres by laying a selection of close support bridges. Along with Trojan it gives a common heavy armour fleet based on the Challenger 2 chassis. | |||
| Trojan (vehicle) Trojan (vehicle) The Trojan armoured fighting vehicle can breach minefields and be used for many other tasks. It is currently in use with the Royal Engineers of the British Army.-Design:It is based on a Challenger 2 tank chassis, but lacks the main armament... |
Minefield Breaching vehicle | 33 | Trojan is an armoured engineer vehicle designed to open routes through complex battlefield obstacles and clear a path through minefields. | |||
| Shielder minelaying system Shielder minelaying system The Shielder minelaying system is used by the British Army to quickly create anti-tank barriers. The system is based on the American Alliant Techsystems M163 Volcano system. It was ordered in 1995 and was first deployed in 1999.... |
Anti-tank Mine layer | 29 | The Shielder Anti-Tank System gives commanders the facility to create anti-tank barriers quickly and effectively. | |||
| Python Minefield Breaching System Python Minefield Breaching System The Python Minefield Breaching System is used by the British Army to clear minefields. It replaces the Giant Viper, and has the ability to clear a safe lane in minefields 180–200m long and 7.3 m wide through which vehicles can pass.... |
Minefield Breaching System | 30? Unknown | Python is a highly effective minefield breaching system which has been successfully tested with the British Army. | |||
| M3 Amphibious Bridge |  Germany |
Self-propelled Amphibious Bridging vehicle | 50? Unknown |  |
The M3 Amphibious Rig can be driven into a river and used as a ferry or, when a number are joined together from bank to bank, as a bridge, capable of taking vehicles as heavy as the Challenger 2. | |
| Buffalo Buffalo (mine protected vehicle) The Buffalo mine protected vehicle is a wheeled armored vehicle built by Force Protection Inc. It was designed based on the successful South African Casspir mine-protected vehicle. While the Casspir is a four wheeled vehicle, the Buffalo has six wheels. Buffalo is also fitted with a large... |
/ | Mine protected Clearance Vehicle | 18 |  |
The Buffalo mine protected vehicle is a wheeled armored vehicle built by Force Protection Inc. It was designed based on the successful South African Casspir mine-protected vehicle. | |
Dragon Runner
Dragon Runner is a lightweight, man-portable robot capable of detecting a variety of explosive devices without putting the operator in danger.Aircraft
The Army Air Corps operates approximately 218 aircraft, of which 12 are fixed wing and the rest are helicopters. The British Army also operates a number of UAVs used by the Royal Artillery.Helicopters
Chain gun
A chain gun is a type of machine gun or autocannon that uses an external source of power, rather than diverting energy from the cartridge, to cycle the weapon, and does so via a continuous loop of chain similar to that used on a motorcycle or bicycle. "Chain gun" is a registered trademark of...
.
The Bell 212 is used in the jungle areas of Belize
Belize
Belize is a constitutional monarchy and the northernmost country in Central America. Belize has a diverse society, comprising many cultures and languages. Even though Kriol and Spanish are spoken among the population, Belize is the only country in Central America where English is the official...
and Brunei
Brunei
Brunei , officially the State of Brunei Darussalam or the Nation of Brunei, the Abode of Peace , is a sovereign state located on the north coast of the island of Borneo, in Southeast Asia...
.
The Westland Lynx
Westland Lynx
The Westland Lynx is a British multi-purpose military helicopter designed and built by Westland Helicopters at its factory in Yeovil. Originally intended as a utility craft for both civil and naval usage, military interest led to the development of both battlefield and naval variants...
is a battlefield utility helicopter although it has been used for both anti–tank and reconnaissance operations. The addition of door gunners has allowed Lynx to operate in the very close air support role.
The Eurocopter Dauphin
Eurocopter Dauphin
The Eurocopter SA 365/AS365 Dauphin 2 is a medium-weight multipurpose twin-engine helicopter manufactured by Eurocopter .-Design and development:...
is used in support of United Kingdom Special Forces.
The Westland Gazelle is a small single-engined helicopter primarily used for observation and reconnaissance. It is an older aircraft type with limited capability and is not deployed on combat roles. Under current plans the out of service date for the Gazelle is 2012.
The Eurocopter Squirrel is the basic training helicopter for the Army.
Fixed wing
The Britten-Norman IslanderBritten-Norman Islander
The Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander is a 1960s British light utility aircraft, regional airliner and cargo aircraft designed and originally manufactured by Britten-Norman of the United Kingdom. The Islander is one of the best-selling commercial aircraft types produced in Europe. Although designed in...
and Defender
Britten-Norman Defender
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are light aircraft used for airborne reconnaissance and command. They have a range of 380 nautical miles and can carry two crew and six passengers.
Unmanned aerial vehicles
The Desert Hawk is a Mini Unmanned Air Vehicle (MUAV). It Provides day and night coverage at down to company level. It has an extremely good record proven by supporting both 16 Air Assault Brigade and 3 Commando Brigade3 Commando Brigade
3 Commando Brigade is a commando formation of the British Armed Forces and the main manoeuvre formation of the Royal Marines. Its personnel are predominantly Royal Marines, supported by units of Royal Engineers, Royal Artillery, The Rifles, and the Fleet Air Arm, together with other Commando...
in Afghanistan. It has a flight time of approximately one hour, and can fly anywhere within a 10 kilometre radius of its ground control station
The Watchkeeper WK450 is a larger more advanced aircraft, with twin payloads, that can operate in all weathers and can take off and land automatically.
For long endurance missions it can be fitted with two 50 litre auxiliary fuel tanks, but it has a typical endurance of 17 hours. WK450 has a maximum payload capacity of 150 kilogrammes. which will include day and night sensors, a flir, a zoom television camera, a laser range finder and target designator and a combined synthetic aperture radar and ground moving target indicator.
Land Rover
Land Rover Wolf
The Land Rover Wolf is a military utility vehicle in service with UK Armed Forces and the Dutch Marine Corps. The vehicle is famous for being the primary utility vehicle of the British Army....
Truck Utility Light and Medium (Higher Specification) (designated TUL-HS and TUM-HS), the Land Rover Defender Truck Utility Light and Medium (designated TUL and TUM) and a version fitted as a Battlefield Ambulance, using the Land Rover Defender 127" chassis.
Quad bikes
Yamaha Grizzly 450s quad bikesAll-terrain vehicle
An all-terrain vehicle , also known as a quad, quad bike, three wheeler, or four wheeler, is defined by the American National Standards Institute as a vehicle that travels on low pressure tires, with a seat that is straddled by the operator, along with handlebars for steering control...
are used for light transport for things such as mortars, ammunition and general supplies.
DROPS
The Demountable Rack Offload and Pickup System (DROPS) is a standard pallet and rack system used by the British Army. Vehicles equipped for the system include the Leyland DAFLeyland DAF
Leyland DAF was a commercial vehicle manufacturing company based in the United Kingdom, and a division of DAF NV. In 1993 DAF NV became insolvent and Leyland DAF went into receivership.-History:...
and Foden
Foden Trucks
Foden Trucks was a British truck and bus manufacturing company which has its origins in Sandbach, Cheshire in 1856. PACCAR acquired the company in 1980, and ceased to use the marque name in 2006.-History:...
EKF 6 x 8 Improved Medium Mobility Load Carriers.
High-mobility vehicles
The Pinzgauer 716M is a four-wheel–drive transporter used by the Royal ArtilleryRoyal Artillery
The Royal Regiment of Artillery, commonly referred to as the Royal Artillery , is the artillery arm of the British Army. Despite its name, it comprises a number of regiments.-History:...
to tow the L118 Light gun and the Rapier missile system. It is also used as a small logistics vehicle; the armoured version is known as the Vector.
The All Terrain Mobility Platform (ATMP) is a versatile, lightweight load-carrying six-wheeled vehicle used by airborne and air-mobile battalions.
Springer All-Terrain Vehicle
Designed as a light-role load carriage platform, the Springer is based on the US-made TomcarTomcar
The Tomcar is a type of commercial off-road utility vehicle.The Tomcar is made in two and four seat models, and is powered by either unleaded petrol or diesel engines...
. The 4 x 2 vehicle can self-load a 1t pallet. Each vehicle is equipped with an 8,000 lb self-recovery winch and sand ladders, which act as loading ramps for a cargo pallet.
Motorcycles
Harley Davidson MT350E and HondaHonda
is a Japanese public multinational corporation primarily known as a manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles.Honda has been the world's largest motorcycle manufacturer since 1959, as well as the world's largest manufacturer of internal combustion engines measured by volume, producing more than...
R250 motorcycles are used by dispatch riders and for a variety of liaison and traffic control tasks.
Heavy transport
The Oshkosh Tank Transporter or Heavy Equipment Transporter (Oshkosh HET 1070F) is capable of carrying a 70-tonne main battle tank or of loading one that has been immobilised. The army also uses a number of MAN SXMAN SX
The MAN SX is a family of high-mobility off-road trucks made by MAN SE, derived from the MAN KAT1. MAN claims it is the most mobile and reliable truck on earth.There are 8x8, 6x6, and 4x4 variants. All are air-transportable by C-130 Hercules...
and MAN HX logistic vehicles with varying capacities, including special variants such as a Unit Support Tanker, and a Recovery Vehicle.
Communications equipment
BOWMAN
Bowman is the tactical C4I system being issued to British forces to replace the ClansmanClansman
Clansman is the name of a combat net radio system used by the British Army from 1976 to 2010.Clansman was developed by the Signals Research and Development Establishment in the 1960s, to satisfy a General Staff Requirement laid down in 1965...
.
Personal Role Radio
Personal Role Radio (PRR) is distributed to every member of an eight-strong infantry section.Skynet
Skynet is a family of military satellites, which provide strategic communication services to the three branches of the British Armed Forces and to NATO forces engaged in coalition tasks.Landing craft and assault boats
MK 6 Assault boat
The Mk 6 Assault BoatMk 6 Assault Boat
The Mk 6 Assault Boat is a boat used by the Royal Engineers of the British Army. It is usually paddled for a silent or night-time approach, but can be fitted with an outboard motor...
is a glass reinforced plastic boat, operated by the Royal Engineers
Royal Engineers
The Corps of Royal Engineers, usually just called the Royal Engineers , and commonly known as the Sappers, is one of the corps of the British Army....
which can be carried by four men. It is designed to carry up to 10 fully equipped troops or 1,043 kg of stores, it also makes a useful light ferry when fitted with an outboard motor.
Rigid Raider
The Rigid RaiderRigid Raider
The Rigid Raider is a series of fast patrol/assault boat made by RTK Marine, a subsidiary of Halmatic . They are in service with many armed forces, including the Royal Marines, the SBS and Royal Engineers...
is a series of rigid hulled raiding craft, operated mainly by the Royal Engineers
Royal Engineers
The Corps of Royal Engineers, usually just called the Royal Engineers , and commonly known as the Sappers, is one of the corps of the British Army....
and Royal Marines
Royal Marines
The Corps of Her Majesty's Royal Marines, commonly just referred to as the Royal Marines , are the marine corps and amphibious infantry of the United Kingdom and, along with the Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary, form the Naval Service...
, but also by the Royal Logistic Corps
Royal Logistic Corps
The Royal Logistic Corps provides logistic support functions to the British Army. It is the largest Corps in the Army, comprising around 17% of its strength...
. The Mk 3 craft is capable of 30 knots and can be beached during assaults. It is also used in support of bridging operations.
Combat Support Boat
The Combat Support BoatCombat Support Boat
The Combat Support Boat is a boat in use with the British Army. It is a powerful, versatile craft whose major role is to support both bridging and amphibious operations. Powered by Water jet propulsion it has a high thrust at shallow draught. It is also be used as a general-purpose working boat and...
(CSB) is a powerful, versatile craft designed to support both bridging and amphibious operations. Powered by water jet propulsion it has a shallow draught. It is generally operated by the Royal Engineers
Royal Engineers
The Corps of Royal Engineers, usually just called the Royal Engineers , and commonly known as the Sappers, is one of the corps of the British Army....
as a general-purpose boat in support of diving operations, ship-to-shore re-supply and inland riverine patrols. It is also operated by the Royal Marines
Royal Marines
The Corps of Her Majesty's Royal Marines, commonly just referred to as the Royal Marines , are the marine corps and amphibious infantry of the United Kingdom and, along with the Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary, form the Naval Service...
.
Ramped Craft Logistic
Ramped Craft Logistic (RCL) is operated by the Royal Logistic CorpsRoyal Logistic Corps
The Royal Logistic Corps provides logistic support functions to the British Army. It is the largest Corps in the Army, comprising around 17% of its strength...
for amphibious operations and is designed to deliver men and materiél onto beaches.
Infantry section equipment
The infantry section normally has two 4-man infantry fire teams. On operations each fire team can be equipped with the following:Weapons
- 1 x L85A2
- 1 x L85A2 with UGL
- 1 x Minimi light machine gun
- 1 x L129A1 DMR
- 1 x 84mm Antitank Weapon
- 1 x Light Anti Structure Munition
- 4 x White PhosphorusWhite phosphorus (weapon)White phosphorus is a material made from a common allotrope of the chemical element phosphorus that is used in smoke, tracer, illumination and incendiary munitions. Other common names include WP, and the slang term "Willie Pete," which is dated from its use in Vietnam, and is still sometimes used...
smoke grenades - 8 x high explosive grenades
- 4 x smoke grenades
Vision systems
- 3 x Sight Unit Small Arms, Trilux (SUSAT)SUSATThe Sight Unit Small Arms, Trilux, or SUSAT, is a 4× telescopic sight with tritium-powered illumination, utilised at dusk or dawn. The full name of the current model is the SUSAT L9A1. The sight is not designed as a sniper sight, but is rather intended to be mounted on a variety of rifles and to...
- 1 x Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight (ACOG)Advanced Combat Optical GunsightAdvanced Combat Optical Gunsights are a series of telescopic sights manufactured by Trijicon. The ACOG is designed to be used on the M16 rifle and M4 carbine, but Trijicon has developed ACOG accessories for certain other firearms...
to be used with the L129A1 DMRLewis Machine and Tool CompanyLewis Machine & Tool Company was founded by Karl Lewis in 1980. LMT started its business by providing law enforcement and government agencies with military type weapons and accessories. Today, LMT still provides law enforcement and government agencies with weapons, but they have now also... - 2 x image intensified Common Weapon Sights
- 1 x TAM 14 small Thermal Imaging System
- 1 x Head Mounted Night Vision System (HNVS)
- 2 x VIPER 2+ thermal imaging weapon sight
- 2 x commanders target locating system (CTLS)
Communications equipment
- 4 x Personal Role RadioPersonal Role RadioThe H4855 Personal Role Radio is a small UHF transmitter-receiver issued to the British Armed Forces. It is used by the British Army, Royal Marines, Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force Regiment...
(PRR) is issued to every member. - 1 x BowmanBowman (communications system)Bowman is the name of the tactical communications system used by the British Armed Forces.The Bowman C4I system consists of a range of HF radio, VHF radio and UHF radio sets designed to provide secure integrated voice, data services to dismounted soldiers, individual vehicles and command HQs up to...
secure VHF Radio
Future Lynx Wildcat
The Lynx WildcatAgustaWestland AW159
|-See also:-External links:* * . Flight International, 29 March 2005.* . Flightglobal.com, 9 Oct. 2007.* . Flight International, 12 Dec. 2008....
will be a fleet of 62 new light helicopters for the Army and Royal Navy from 2014 and 2015 respectively. The Army variant of the Lynx Wildcat will be used for reconnaissance, command and control, transportation of troops and materiél and the provision of force protection. With new Rolls-Royce CTS800-4N engines it will be significantly more powerful than the current Lynx, enabling it to operate in extreme hot conditions and high altitudes.
Future Integrated Soldier Technology
The Future Integrated Soldier Technology is a suite of equipment capable of enhancing an infantryman's effectiveness as part of the Future SoldierFuture Soldier
Future Soldier is the overall name given to a multi-nation military project by the United States and its allies launched in the late 1990s. A Future Soldier is also a Soldier who has enlisted in the United States Military, but is delayed in shipping...
programme.
Future Rapid Effect System
The Future Rapid Effect SystemFuture Rapid Effect System
The Future Rapid Effect System is the British MOD programme to deliver a fleet of more than 4,000 armoured fighting vehicles for the British Army...
is a planned family of medium-weight armoured vehicles intended to replace the Saxon, FV432 and CVR(T) series of vehicles.
Support vehicle
A new unarmoured Support vehicle, is currently being introduced into service. There will be 6,928 cargo vehicles including unit support tankers, 288 recovery vehicles and 69 recovery trailers with the deployment planned for 2014.External links
- British Army equipment - official Ministry of Defence (United Kingdom)Ministry of Defence (United Kingdom)The Ministry of Defence is the United Kingdom government department responsible for implementation of government defence policy and is the headquarters of the British Armed Forces....
website. - Equipment on the British Army Rumour Service
- Defence Suppliers Directory - defence industry database.
- British Army regiments and weapons