Renault TRM 10000

The Renault TRM 10000 is truck used by the French armed forces, in use since 1987. It is used both as a troop transport and logistics vehicle.

Renault TRM 10000
Type Heavy cargo truck
Place of origin France
Service history
In service 1987–Present
Used by French Army
Production history
Manufacturer Renault Trucks
Produced 1985 to Present
Number built ~1000
Variants

Renault TRM 700-100

Renault TRM 10000 CLD
Specifications
Length 9.31 m[1]
Width 2.50 m
Height 3.32 m
Crew 2 + 24

Engine Renault 9.8-liter diesel
264 hp
Payload capacity 10,000 kg
Ground clearance 0.63 m
Fuel capacity 500 l
Operational
range
1,200 km
Speed 89 km/h

History

Production of the TRM 10000 began in 1985. It was developed from the TRM 9000, which was a 9 ton truck designated for export. The TRM 10000 has a longer wheelbase, a revised transmission and a more powerful engine.

After an initial order of 178 vehicles, a second order for 759 trucks was placed in 1987. Originally scheduled for a production of 5,000 trucks, only about 1,000 trucks were produced.[2]

Characteristics

The TRM has a six cylinder diesel engine, the MIDR 06.20.45 and has a 6x6 drive for use on roads, trails and off-road.

References

  1. "TRM 10 000" (in French). Defense.gouv.fr. Retrieved 2013-07-15.
  2. ARG. "Renault TRM 10000 Heavy Utility Truck". Military-Today.com. Retrieved 2013-07-15.
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