Re: Future of Tanks

Paul J. Adam wrote:

In message <dpkmro$eqc$1@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>, Andrew Swallow <am.swallow@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> writes 
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Does anti-insurgency work need a tank or an armoured car?


Depends on the insurgency. If they're mostly just using small-arms, then a light armoured vehicle is quite adequate, even preferable.

If they've got ready access to RPGs and IEDs (ranging from simple remote-detonated artillery shells, to explosively-formed projectiles triggered by passive infrared) then you want something heavier and more survivable.

Since IEDs can be home made and the whole world has seen their effectiveness on tv we can assume that they will be normal insurgency weapons from now on.

There may be logistical advantages in using the same components, such as engines, in trucks and infantry support vehicles. Hopefully armoured
wheeled vehicles will be a lot cheaper than tanks.

Andrew Swallow
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