User:Post Message 751/M4K
| M4K | |
|---|---|
| Type | Armored recovery vehicle |
| Place of origin |  Türkiye |
| Service history | |
| In service | In active service |
| Used by | Türkiye |
| Production history | |
| Designer | MPG |
| No. built | 62+ |
| Variants | M4K, 8x8TKA |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 46 ton |
| Crew | 4 (1 commander, 1 driver, 1 gunner and 1 soldier) |
| Engine | 600 HP |
| Maximum speed | 80 km/h |
M4K (Partially Mine Protected Recovery Vehicle) is an armored recovery vehicle developed by MPG for the Turkish Armed Forces and serves the purpose of recovering and transporting military vehicles. This vehicle is designed to perform safe recovery operations in the field by offering partial protection against mines and ballistic threats.
Technical specifications
[edit]- Weight: 46 tons
- Engine: Diesel engine supporting high power
- Armored cabin: Protection against mines and ballistic threats
- Rescue capacity: Up to 40 tons
- Hydraulic crane system
- 8x8 drive system
- Telescopic boom crane with 25 tons capacity at 7 meters
- Weapon system: Aselsan Sarp UKSS
M4K is used for the recovery and transportation of heavy military vehicles in the field. Thanks to its reinforced armor against mine threats, it allows personnel to perform rescue operations safely. This vehicle, which entered the inventory of the Turkish Armed Forces, provides effective logistic support in heavy combat areas.
Development and testing process
[edit]The M4K was put into service of the Turkish Armed Forces after successfully passing difficult terrain and durability tests. The vehicle proved its resistance to mine explosions and ballistic threats throughout the certification process.[1][2]
References
[edit]- ^ millisavunma (27 May 2020). "Mayına Karşı Kısmi Korumalı Kurtarıcı M4K". Millisavunma.com (in Türkçe). Archived from the original on 27 May 2020. Retrieved 18 March 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Askeri araçların 46 tonluk kurtarıcısı M4K zorlu testleri başarıyla geçti". www.aa.com.tr. Archived from the original on 25 January 2020. Retrieved 18 March 2025.