The base platform is a continuous evolution of the well-known and successful ASCOD concept, featuring sophisticated tracked systems and protection technology. Due to ongoing development and technology insertion, the ASCOD offers advanced protection and mobility, large internal volume at very compact dimensions, and a large payload at low GVW.
The ASCOD is a seven wheel station chassis that incorporates the primary common subsystems of power pack, running gear and fuel, within a monocoque welded steel hull construction.
The chassis provides the ASCOD with its mobility/mine protection characteristics and acts as the interface for all other primary subsystems.
The power pack is located in the front, on the right hand side, in a chamber sealed off from the crew compartment.
The main characteristics of the power pack:
- Diesel engine with 8-V cylinders, 4-stroke direct injection, turbocharger and air cooler, compatible with NATO fuels
- Hydro-mechanical transmission equipped with reversing – steering gear and integrated brake system with retarder and discs
- Final drives
- Double pinned steel tracks with rubber pads (rubber band track as an option)
- The ASCOD offers a highly sophisticated modular armor protection concept with an armored steel hull
- Ballistic protection is obtained through the add-on
- ASCOD’s driver is protected from the danger of fluids from the fuel and hydraulic pipes, as well as from the batteries
- ASCOD running gear is GDELS core competence with advanced suspension and power to track effectiveness. Can be equipped with steel tracks for heavy-duty missions or rubber bands for superior crew comfort
Basic vehicle
- Light armored steel structure
- Integrated system solution
- All major systems under armor (not only crew compartment)
- Modularity enables different configurations for operations and future upgrades
Spall liners
- Minimizes the negative effects after armor penetration
- Bolt-in system compatible with C-railing
- Maximum coverage for crew and PAX