• Logistic Vehicles

Close Support Tanker

The Oshkosh wheeled tanker is a highly mobile vehicle deployed in the Logistic Support Regiments and Transport Regiments and it forms the backbone of the British Army’s bulk fuel and water transportation. It has deployed on operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and can be fitted with enhanced blast-proof armour for driver and crew protection.

Variants

There are three variants in use:

  • 15000-litre tactical air refueller
  • 20000-litre close support tanker (fuel)
  • 18000-litre close support tanker (water)
  • LENGTH: 15M
  • WIDTH: 2.5m
  • HEIGHT: 3.5m
  • Weapons: 7.62MM MACHINE GUN
  • Engine: 11.9 LITRE CATERPILLAR C-12
  • Load Capacity: 20,000 LITRES (FUEL) 18,000 LITRES (WATER)