TA580/TAS5380

The TAIAN TA580/TAS5380 is a 20-ton 8x8 special heavy duty truck developed and built by Taian Special Vehicle Manufactory and used by the People's Liberation Army of the People's Republic of China as a transport/Transporter erector launcher

TA580 / TAS5380

HQ-9 portable launcher during China's 60th anniversary parade in 2009.
Type 8×8 heavy tactical truck
Place of origin China
Service history
Used by PLA Army
Production history
Designer Taian Special Vehicle Company
Manufacturer Taian Special Vehicle Company
Specifications
Weight 18 t (empty)
Length 11m
Width 3m
Height 3m
Crew 1+5

Engine Deutz turbocharged diesel
517 hp (386 kW)
Payload capacity rated at 20 tons
Operational
range
800 km (497 mi) loaded
Speed 80 km/h (50 mph)

Platforms

References

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