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The Renault TRM 10000 is a truck used by the French armed forces since 1987. It is utilized both as a troop transport and logistics vehicle.
Heavy cargo truck| Renault TRM 10000 | |
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| 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 |
| No. built | ~1000 |
| Variants | Renault TRM 700-100 Renault TRM 10000 CLD |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 9.31 m |
| 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 |
| Maximum 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.
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
- "TRM 10 000" (in French). Defense.gouv.fr. Retrieved 2013-07-15.
- ARG. "Renault TRM 10000 Heavy Utility Truck". Military-Today.com. Archived from the original on July 10, 2007. Retrieved 2013-07-15.