Fennek Stinger Weapon Platform Free PDF Specsheet
Produced by the KNDS Group, the Fennek vehicles are multi-purpose, 4×4 armored military vehicle. Engineered for versatility and durability, it is designed to meet the diverse operational requirements of modern armed forces.
Comprehensive technical specifications for the Fennek Stinger Weapon Platform version are detailed below. For more information, a free PDF specsheet is available, providing an in-depth look at the vehicle’s features, configurations, and performance.
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Chassis
The FENNEK is powered by a 6.6-liter, inline 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 240 Hp and over 819 Nm of torque, providing a favorable power-to-weight ratio for a vehicle in its class. The drivetrain is integrated with a fully automatic transmission system featuring six forward gears, one reverse gear, and a two-speed transfer case, ensuring constant four-wheel drive (4WD) capability for optimized off-road performance.
The suspension architecture comprises front and rear independent axles with coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and torsion bar, enhancing vehicle stability and ride quality across uneven and rugged terrains. The platform rides on 365 /80 R20 tubeless run-flat tires, supported by a Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS), allowing real-time tire pressure modulation to adapt to varying surface conditions.
Braking performance is ensured through a dual-circuit air-over-hydraulic system with ventilated disc brakes on all wheels, supplemented by an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
Weight and Dimensions
The Stinger Weapon Platform variant of the FENNEK family is designed for optimal off-road performance and obstacle navigation, offering a ground clearance of 400 millimeters. Measuring 5,580 millimeters in length, the vehicle also stands approximately 2,300 millimeters high and has a width of approximately 2,550 millimeters. Its wheelbase spans 3,000 millimeters, ensuring stability over rough terrain. Weighing around 9,600 kilograms, the vehicle provides a payload capacity of about 2,400 kilograms, resulting in a total Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 12,000 kilograms.
Performance
The FENNEK maintains excellent maneuverability with a turning radius of approximately 6.5 meters, while its ability to ford through water up to 1000 millimeters deep adds to its operational versatility. Designed to excel in demanding terrain, the vehicle offers a 60% climbing gradient and can tackle side slopes of up to350%, ensuring reliability in harsh environments. Its approach and departure angles—35° and about 36°, respectively—allow it to navigate steep slopes and uneven ground with confidence. The FENNEK delivers an impressive power-to-weight ratio of approximately 20 horsepower per ton, reaches a top speed of 112 km/h, and can travel up to approximately 1000 kilometers on a full tank.
Protection and Armament
The KNDS FENNEK is built to deliver reliable protection and survivability in modern reconnaissance and support missions. Its armored hull is designed to resist small arms fire and explosive threats, including improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and mines, while maintaining a low profile to enhance stealth and reduce detectability. The vehicle’s compact design and reduced thermal signature contribute to its survivability in high-risk environments. In terms of armament, the FENNEK can be fitted with a remote weapon station (RWS) or manual mounts capable of carrying a 7.62 mm or 12.7 mm machine gun, or a 40 mm automatic grenade launcher. This versatility allows it to perform a wide range of operational tasks—from reconnaissance and surveillance to defensive fire support—while ensuring crew safety.
Features
The FENNEK Stinger Weapon Platform is a specialized air defense variant of the FENNEK light armored vehicle family, designed to engage low-flying aerial threats such as helicopters, drones, and close air support aircraft. It is equipped with a dual-launcher for FIM-92 Stinger surface-to-air missiles, integrated with an advanced sensor suite for target acquisition and tracking. The vehicle supports a crew of up to three, with one operator dedicated to surveillance and missile launch operations. Its low silhouette, high mobility, and all-terrain capability allow it to operate close to frontline units or in concealed positions, maximizing survivability and effectiveness. The FENNEK Stinger platform is integrated with secure communications and target data sharing systems, enabling it to function as part of a wider air defense network. Air-transportable by tactical aircraft such as the C-130 Hercules and C-17 Globemaster III, and sling-load capable under CH-47 Chinook helicopters, it provides rapid-reaction air defense capability for mobile and dispersed ground forces.
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