"The innovative X-18 Tank Boat " Topic

"PT Pindad, PT Lundin and CMI Defence are presenting the full versatility and lethality of their X-18 Tank BoatŪ concept at Indo Defence 2016 for the first time. The Tank BoatŪ incorporates the CMI Defence CockerillŪ 3105 high pressure 105mm weapon system aboard an advanced composite catamaran hull specifically designed by PT Lundin. It provides navies and coastal forces with unmatched capability.

The lethality of the CockerillŪ 105mm gun combined with the maneuverability, speed and stealth of the platform give the Tank BoatŪ a peerless capability to operate unrestricted in the littoral environment. During the exhibition, the three partners are scheduled to introduce the concept to official delegations from the Indonesia's armed forces and other countries in the region.

John Lundin, President of PT Lundin: "We're delighted to see that there is already interest both within and beyond the local region in the acquisition of the Tank BoatŪ. Working with CMI Defence and PT Pindad on this project is particularly exciting for our teams."…"

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Armand

I thought this was a joke.

Oh, wait, it is …

Pffft I want treads

This looks like it belongs in Battletech.

How is this innovative?

Russians were doing this in 1930s

The USN used a whole menagerie of riverine gunboats in Vietnam including Monitors with 105mm gun turrets as well as faster ASPBs with rocket launchers.

And this seems like a really dated concept in an age of cheap missiles.

But then it's the Indonesian defence industry which is not exactly known for quality or competence. And the main customer is the Indonesian military which is again known more for its corruption and brutality than any true capability.

Indeed it's main purpose is garrison duty to keep the peace in various provinces that don't necessarily agree with Jakarta's policies.

(smile)

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Armand