U.A.E. infantry combat vehicle

The United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) contracted with Sabiex of Belgium to develop a prototype infantry combat vehicle (ICV) based on the Oto Melara OF-40 tank chassis. The vehicle features the propulsion, suspension and roadwheels of the OF-40 with a new-construction, front-engined hull.

As a personnel carrier, it can accommodate up to 10 troops, plus two vehicle crewmembers, depending on the armament fit. The prototype features a turret ring sized to accommodate the 100-mm two-man...