Referenz-Foto CD "Fennek A2 Pioniererkundung"
MBK-FCD220
Modellbau-König
Overall views and details from all areas of vehicle.
106 photos in JPG format (playable in any standard PC with CD drive and many current DVD players)
The Fennek reconnaissance vehicle is one of the Bundeswehr's most modern and versatile wheeled armored vehicles. Developed as a lightly armored reconnaissance vehicle with high off-road capability, a low profile, and a long range, it has been in service since the early 2000s. The A2 version of the Fennek received a comprehensive upgrade: A new remotely controlled FLW 200 weapon station replaced the previous KMW 1530; a foldable ram protection (“nose guard”) was installed on the front, which can also serve as a ground spur; and the rear-mounted smoke grenade launchers were replaced in favor of brackets, as the FLW is now equipped with corresponding launchers. Added to this were a modernized on-board network architecture, digital command and communications equipment, a rear-view camera with night vision, and an anti-IED jamming system.
On this basis, the Fennek A2 engineer reconnaissance version was developed, which is specifically tailored to the needs of the engineer corps. Unlike the reconnaissance variant, it does not have an extendable sensor head with thermal imaging device and laser rangefinder. Instead, a narrow storage compartment has been added to the left side of the vehicle to accommodate engineer equipment and additional equipment. While the Fennek Engineer is not designed for deep optical reconnaissance, it does offer the necessary equipment to assess terrain, scout obstacles, and ensure the freedom of movement of its own troops.
With its approximately 240 hp diesel engine, a top speed of up to 115 km/h, and a range of over 800 kilometers, this version of the Fennek A2 combines mobility, protection, and specialized technical equipment. It is thus a precisely tailored tool for the Bundeswehr to reliably fulfill engineer tasks in combat.
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