Support Assets
RT 20 AM (VAISALA) METEOROLOGICAL STATION
DESCRIPTION
The RT 20 AM Meteorological Station issues standardised meteorological reports for the improvement of the accuracy of Artillery fires.
It is used at the level of Artillery Directorate/Formations and MLRS squadrons to provide standardised meteorological reports for the Artillery, to enhance the accuracy of Artillery fires.
We aim for the proximity of the station to the area of fires (<40 Km) as well as for the short time of transmission of the meteorological reports from the moment the radiosonde is launched (< 2 Hours).
The following meteorological reports are issued:
ΜΕΤ CM, MET B3, MET TA, TEMP FM 35 – ΙΧ and PILOT FM 32 – IX.
Transmission of meteorological data from a great distance, depending on weather conditions.
Transmission of Meteorological Reports to the Fire Direction Centres of the Commands of Artillery Formations/Units.
Issuance of Meteorological Report: every two hours.
Installation of the on-board Meteorological Station, up to 40 km from the fire unit.
Range of Report: Level Terrain: 40 km, Coasts – Rivers – Lakes: 25 km, Mountain Ranges: 15 km.
Time for Setting: 30 minutes
Crew: 3 individuals for setting – configuration to course and 6 individuals for 24-hour operation.
MAIN PARTS
MARWIN Computer
Station’s antenna
RP 20 Power Supply
SAIC V2 Printer
ARMADA M700 Computer
“POLYPHEMUS” Laser Rangefinder – Goniometre
DESCRIPTION
The “POLYPHEMUS” Laser Rangefinder is a portable electro-optic device, designed to be used by Artillery observers. The device measures distance, azimuth and the vertical angle of possible targets. It is of Greek manufacture and it was commissioned for the Hellenic Army in 1995.
It is used for the acquisition of the observer and the target, so that the fire’s data can be extracted.
It can automatically determine distances up to 20 km with +- 5m accuracy. It measures the azimuth and the vertical angles. It has the capability to simultaneously display the data of two targets on its screen. It is equipped with a multiple targets scope.
FEATURES
Total Weight
11,6 kg
Measured Distance
200 m - 20 km
Minimum Distance Selection Filter
200 - 600 m
Accuracy of Measurement
5 m
Magnification Power
7 φορές
Width of visual field
7 μοίρες (124mm)
Range of vertical angles measurement
+350 mm
MAIN PARTS
Head (Range Measurement Instrument ) with goniometric instrument
Battery group
Transport box
Tripod
MAGIRUS FUEL TRUCK
DESCRIPTION
A special vehicle used for the transport of up to 18.000 litres of fuel. It resupplies pavement pump tanks and other tank trucks. It can be used for the storage of fuel reserve. It was commissioned for the Hellenic Army in 1997 and it requires a crew of two.
FEATURES
Horsepower
310 HP
Fuel
Diesel (200 lt)
DIMENSIONS
Length
9,85 m
Width
2,50 m
Height
2,92 m
Weight
13,5 ton
STEYR 14ME14 FUEL TRUCK
DESCRIPTION
A special vehicle used for the transport of up to 5.000 litres of fuel. It resupplies pavement pump tanks, vehicles’ fuel tanks as well as flying assets. It can be used for the storage of fuel reserve. It was commissioned for the Hellenic Army in 1997 and requires a crew of two.
FEATURES
Horsepower
143 HP
Fuel
Diesel (220 lt)
DIMENSIONS
Length
6,37 m
Width
2,34 m
Height
2,95 m
Weight
5 ton
STEYR 26S32 FUEL TRUCK
DESCRIPTION
A special vehicle used for the transport of up to 18.000 litres of fuel. It resupplies pavement pump tanks and other tank trucks as well as flying assets. It can be used for the storage of fuel reserve. It was commissioned for the Hellenic Army in 1999 and requires a crew of two.
FEATURES
Horsepower
320 HP
Fuel
Diesel (400 lt)
DIMENSIONS
Length
9,26 m
Width
2,50 m
Height
3,53 m
Weight
12 ton
MOBILE MILITARY FIELD BAKERY
DESCRIPTION
The particular semi-trailer and group of mobile bakeries can produce up to 5.500 portions of bread within 16 hours. For its full operation during the bread production stage, it requires a crew of less than six. It is equipped with the necessary machinery for the bread production line, it has tanks for water and fuel, as well as encampment materials. For its operation it has to be connected to a diesel generator. During its deployment it was commissioned for the Hellenic Army in 1979.
DIMENSIONS
Length
10,50 m
Width
2,60 m
Height
3,80 m
OSHKOSH M911 HEAVY LOAD TRUCK
DESCRIPTION
Special tow truck used for the transport of tanks – guns and APCs. It was commissioned for the Hellenic Army in 1992 and it requires a crew of two. It can tow the following trailers: ΑΡ-140/58Τ and Μ747.
FEATURES
Horsepower
455 HP
Fuel
Diesel (700 lt)
Maximum towed load
64,5 ton
DIMENSIONS
Length
9,37 m
Width
2,89 m
Height
3,40 m
Weight
18 ton
STEYR 40M60/S40/6x6 TRUCK
DESCRIPTION
A special tow truck used for the transport of tanks – guns and APCs. It was commissioned for the Hellenic Army in 2001 and requires a crew of two. It can tow the ΝΚ 1000-76 trailer.
FEATURES
Horsepower
630 HP
Fuel
Diesel (820 lt)
Maximum towed load
120 ton
DIMENSIONS
Length
8,33 m
Width
2,90 m
Height
3,60 m
Weight
17 ton
STEYR 680Μ3 SELF-CONTAINED COOLING REFRIGERATOR TRUCK
DESCRIPTION
A special vehicle used for the transport, preservation – cooling of frozen provisions, up to 3½ tonnes. It can operate the refrigeration device via an external source of electricity and furthermore it can tow a 1½ tonnes trailer. It was commissioned for the Hellenic Army in 1980 and it requires a crew of two.
FEATURES
Horsepower
150 HP
Fuel
Diesel (220 lt)
DIMENSIONS
Length
6,17 m
Width
2,40 m
Height
3,10 m
Weight
8 ton
OSΗKOSH MTVR (MEDIUM TACTICAL VEHICLE REPLACEMENT)
DESCRIPTION
The Hellenic Army, in 2000 and 2003, procured 34 OSΗKOSH MTVRs (Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement) MK28, 5tn 6×6, which were distributed to Technical Corps Units and Subunits. The said American origin vehicles are equipped with a CATERPILLAR C-12 (EURO 3) diesel engine, maximum power 430ΗΡ at 1800rpm, Allison HD 4070P automatic gearbox, 10 tonnes winch, with automatic coiling and uncoiling of wire rope, rapid release of wire rope and EYAL crane HRV 10-30, specially designed for towing, recovery and lifting of loads. More particularly, the hydraulic telescopic crane has a hydraulic winch with automatic brake, secure lift brake, revolving hook with 11 tonnes maximum lift capacity and controls cabin.