As my fellow japan mains will know we certainly lack a top tier APC esp one with anti tank missiles my suggestion is this
AMV armoured personnel carrier, manufactured by Japan Steel Works under license from Patria and delivered to the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force.
Under a contract with the Ministry of Defense announced in May 2024, Japan Steel Works will license-produce 26 vehicles in cooperation with Patria at its manufacturing facility in Muroran, Hokkaido, and deliver them to the JGSDF. And now for its main use in the Japanese tech tree a good IFV style to actually use in top tier with anti tank missiles. Stats and models Patria AMV XP design and features
Patria AMV XP features a modular design with stealth technology and low radar and thermal signatures.
The vehicle is 8.1m long, 2.8m wide and 2.4m high. The combat weight of the vehicle is 32,000kg while its payload capacity is 15,000kg.
The armoured vehicle features a generic vehicle architecture interface and digital vehicle data and control systems. It allows for networked interoperability between vehicles.
The electrical power generation of the vehicle supports the future requirements for C4I, battlefield management and situational awareness systems, and health and usage monitoring systems.
Armament and self-protection of AMV XP
AMV XP can be integrated with 120mm direct-fire cannon systems, medium-calibre weapon systems, Patria Nemo 120mm turreted mortar system, as well as anti-tank or anti-aircraft missile systems to provide superior firepower.
The vehicle can hold higher payloads, including all weapon systems, ammunition, and crew equipment based on mission needs.
The vehicle carries an improvised explosive device (IED) and nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) protective suits to protect soldiers against explosive devices and NBC substances.
It offers up to level K5+ and mine protection of STANAG level 4a/4b or above.
Engine and mobility
AMV XP is powered b ay inline six-cylinder engine, which generates 450kW of power and 2,250nm of torque. The drive system uses automatic transmission with seven forward and two reverse gears.
The driveline of the vehicle includes all-wheel drive systems, run-flat tyres, hydraulically operated disc brakes with an anti-lock braking system, and a central-tyre inflation system for low ground pressure.
The armoured vehicle uses power-assisted steering that is linked mechanically for the first and second axles.
It is fitted with an advanced fully independent hydro-pneumatic suspension system for enhanced off-road performance.
The vehicle’s mobility is further improved with the addition of an integrated terrain control system and optional rear-axle steering. The armoured vehicle can also perform amphibious operations.
The AMV XP offers a road speed of more than 100km/h and can travel at a maximum speed of 10km/h in the water.
It is capable of operating even in the most challenging conditions, including hot deserts and
In December 2020, the Patria AMV XP vehicles were shipped to Japan for testing purposes. The Patria AMV XP 8×8 vehicle was selected in December 2022 to replace the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force’s Type-96 8×8 armoured personnel carriers, as part of the Wheeled Armoured Personnel Carrier programme.
In August 2023, Patria and Japan Steel Works signed a license agreement for the production of AMV XP 8×8 vehicles in Japan, allowing the vehicle to be produced locally in accordance with the WAPC programme.
Patria AMV XP variants
Patria AMV XP’s modular design allows for the installation of various components suitable for different mission needs, without altering the basic vehicle systems.
The basic model serves as a platform for different variants including armoured personnel carrier, IFV, command vehicle, ambulance, reconnaissance vehicle, anti-tank guided missile vehicle, armoured repair and recovery vehicle, and 120mm Patria Nemo mortar system.
The high-roof version of Patria AMV XP offers more internal space in the rear compartment, increasing the vehicle’s height to 34cm, for command, C4I, ambulance or workshop vehicle configurations.
The heavy weapon platform variant is intended for carrying large-calibre weapon systems, including the 120mm AMOS mortar system or 105/120mm mobile cannons.
