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Saladin Armored Car

Vehicle: FV601 Saladin Armored Car
Crew: 3
Dimensions:
Length 17'4"
Width 8'3"
Height 7'9"
weight 25,500lbs
Armament: 76mm(main)
2-7.62 machine guns
Engine: Rolls Royce B80
Trans: 5 sp pre-select
Armor: Welded steel (8mm to 32mm)

The first prototype Saladin was built in 1954. Production was from 1958 to 1972. Used in over 20 different countries, only Britain and Portugal among NATO countries took them into service.
The mechanical components are the same as those of the Saracen except the brakes which are disc type. The B80 engine is mounted in the rear and the driver is seated in center front. Road speed is about 45 mph and a range of 250 miles. Saladin has 3 gas tanks that are interconnected. The turret is manual but has power assist when really needed, although the turret turns really easy.
The rear hatches make the engine easy to work on.

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