MilitaryType 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle
Tankconfirmed
The Type 16 MCV is an 8-wheeled armored fighting vehicle of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. It is designed for rapid deployment and to provide direct fire support to infantry units.
Specifications
| Type | Tank |
| Origin | Japan |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries |
| Introduced | 2016 |
| Generation | 3rd gen MBT |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 100 km/h |
| Range | 400 km |
| Crew | 4 |
| Weight | 26 t |
History
Developed to replace older tanks and provide a more mobile and deployable combat vehicle for Japan's defense needs.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | 177 | confirmed |
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