Mark 5
Ferret Mark 5
Below are some pictures of a Mark 5 at the Bovington Museum in England. I know of only two in existence. The other is in private hands.
One main difference of the Mark 4 and Mark 5 Ferret are the notable big wheels, hence "Big Wheeled Ferret". They both have strengthened suspension and larger wheels (11.00 x 20). This allows the vehicle to carry heaver loads and gives improved performance over rough terrain.
The Mark 5 in the photo's is also located at the Bovington, Museum in England. The Mark 5 is equipped with a floatation screen which when used the vehicle can cross lakes and rivers. The wheels propel it .
The heaviest of all the Ferrets, the Mark 5 has a modified turret that carries 4 Swingfire missiles and machine gun. No longer in service, as it was intended only as an interim vehicle pending the introduction of the FV438 and FV102 Striker.
