ZSL-10
Armored Vehicleconfirmed
The ZSL-10 is an 8x8 wheeled armored personnel carrier, forming part of China's ZBL-08 family of modular combat vehicles. It is designed to transport infantry and provide fire support, featuring amphibious capabilities and high mobility for various operational environments.
Specifications
| Type | Armored Vehicle |
| Origin | China |
| Manufacturer | Norinco |
| Introduced | 2009 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 100 km/h |
| Range | 800 km |
| Crew | 9 |
| Weight | 21 t |
History
Developed by Norinco in the mid-2000s, the ZSL-10 was created to meet the People's Liberation Army's requirement for a highly mobile, rapidly deployable medium-weight armored force. The vehicle officially entered service around 2010, quickly becoming a cornerstone of China's newly reorganized medium combined arms brigades. While it has not seen high-intensity combat, the ZSL-10 has been deployed internationally for United Nations peacekeeping missions in South Sudan and is a staple in multinational military exercises. Today, the platform remains in active production and widespread service, serving as the backbone of the PLA's rapid-reaction mechanized infantry.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| China | 900 | confirmed |
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