6x6 Bushranger Mortar Carrier Variant
| Specifications |
| Unladen Mass |
4460kg (Without Winch) |
| Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) |
5.6 Tonne (Highway and cross country) |
| Gross Combined Mass (GCM) |
7.1 Tonne (Highway and cross country) |
| Maximum Towed Load |
2000kg |
| Carrying Capacity |
2000kg |
| Length |
6300mm |
| Height |
2550mm |
| Width |
2500mm |
| Wheelbase from front to intermediate axle |
3040mm |
| Wheelbase from front to rear axle |
3940mm |
| Track |
1698mm |
| Fording Depth |
1000mm |
| Engine |
Isuzu 4BD1 T. 3.9 Litre, 4 cylinder Turbo Diesel |
| Power |
90kw @ 3200rpm |
| Torque |
314nm @ 2200rpm |
| Gearbox |
4 speed LT95A |
| Winch |
Thomas T9000M |
| Fuel Capacity |
2x 62 Litre tanks |
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| Equipment Kit CES |
12194 |
| Repair Parts Scale |
02226, 02228 |
Nomenclature: Truck, Light, Mortar Carrier, Winch, MC2.
Liability Code:
Role: The primary role of the vehicle is to transport a mortar section of nine people (including driver), it's equipment and supplies for three days in an operational environment.
Description: The vehicle is a six wheeled vehicle designed specifically for military use. The vehicle is based on the Land Rover 110 series commercial, but with and extended chassis and an additional axle. The truck cargo is a constant four wheel drive, with selective six wheel drive for negotiating difficult terrain.
Information: Chassis modifications include points for a helicopter sling, shipping tie down and vehicle recovery points.
The cab can accommodate up to two persons while the rear tray can accommodate up to ten (10) persons. This vehicle is only complianced for road use with two passengers in the cab. There is only one roof mounted spare. The rear of the body work is fitted with racks to hold up to eight jerry cans for fuel or water.
Number Built: 11 + 4 conversions.
These vehicles were originally procured as part of an Interim Infantry Mobility vehicle (IIMV) project, whose final iteration was the Bushmaster Infantry Mobility vehicle. They were constructed as a part of the Bushranger project, not to be confused with the Bushmaster vehicle that replaced this vehicle in service.
The photos below are from the Australian Frontline Machinery Auction of 202-131. Whilst externally very similar to many of the other models, the Mortar carrier only has one window on the side canopies instead of two. |
