Academy 1361 M-981 FISTV

The M981 FISTV (Fire Support Team Vehicle) is used as a scouting vehicle to direct artillery fire - fire support for advancing troops. The equipment of the M981 includes, among others a laser marker for stationary and mobile targets, a navigation and guidance system or an extensive communication module. The M981 turret was designed to imitate the appearance of the M901 version, which makes the vehicle more difficult to recognize by the enemy. The M981 was equipped with a system of external fuel tanks to facilitate loading and, above all, increase the chance of survival of crew members in the event of a hit. Modifications based on the M113A2 chassis began in 1983, and the first production units appeared in December of the same year. In 1984, the United States Army placed an order for 967 fire support vehicles. Deliveries started in 1985 and ended in 1990. Technical data: length: 4.86 m, width: 2.69 m, height: 3.41 m, weight 12 t, speed (on the road): 64 km / h.