This is the combat, autonomous and amphibious vehicle, which China has developed

This is the combat, autonomous and amphibious vehicle, which China has developed

China is developing the next generation of amphibious infantry combat vehicles (VCI) for replace the type 05 familyaccording to a new publication in X (previously Twitter) of the Oedosoldier user.

The new VCI Anfibio, identified with the helmet number 003, seems have an unmanned turret without visible positions for the crew and could integrate multiple sensor systems for the acquisition of objectives and active defense, potentially forming an active protection system (SPA) of forced annihilation.

The vehicle is armed with A 30 mm automatic cannon, similar to the ZBD-05, but does not have an anti-tank-guided missile launcher (ATGM) visible, which could be mounted on the other side of the turret. The helmet presents changes such as a adjusted wheel spacing and a modified rear wing, which probably improves hydrodynamics and amphibious maneuverability. The new infantry combat vehicle prioritizes active defenses about heavy armor.

Unlike the western designs that are based on compound or nera armor (reactive shielding) as passive protection in layers, What adds a significant weight, the Chinese model prioritizes active defenses, more suitable for light vehicles with limited conventional armoraccording to the Specialized Army Collection website.

At the same time, China is also developing a larger variant of type 05, with a modified spacing between wheels and redesign of the helmet. The vehicle, marked with the helmet number 005, presents an updated turret and a partially faceted cannonwhich suggests an improved armament and a family of expanding amphibious combat vehicles that could include assault tanks or support variants.

Built by Norinco, the Chinese Defense State Corporation, to strengthen the country’s amphibious assault capabilities, type 05 entered into service in 2005, with multiple variants introduced for different missions. Probably influenced by the cancellation of the American expeditionary combat vehicle program (EFV), Type 05 remains a key asset in Chinese amphibious forces.

Designed for amphibious assaults, Type 05 has an aerodynamic helmet, an extensible bow and a retractable suspension system, which allows you to reach speeds of up to 30 km/h in the water. It is propelled by two hydrojets mounted in the rear and a diesel engine that generates 1500 HP in aquatic mode and 550 HP on the ground.

Its aluminum alloy construction keeps it light, while It offers limited protection against small weapons fire and projectile fragments.

A compound armor reinforces key areas such as the turret. The shooting control system Includes thermal images, a laser telemeter and independent views for the commander and the gunner, which improves the detection and attack of objectives. Optimized for coastal operations, type 05 allows rapid amphibious landings.