France
AMX-10P Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Gary's Combat Vehicle Reference Guide

AMX-10P
GENERAL DATA
 AMX-10P
Country of OriginFrance
RoleInfantry fighting vehicle
Date Of Introduction1973
Crew3 + 8 passengers
Combat Weight16 tons (14.5 mt)
Ground Pressure7.54 psi (0.53 kg/cm²)
Length, Overall 18.96 ft (5.78 m)
Width, Overall 9.12 ft (2.78 m)
Height, Overall 8.43 ft (2.57 m)
Ground Clearance17.7 in (450 mm)
PERFORMANCE
 AMX-10P
Engine300 hp (224 kw) diesel
Range373 miles (600 km)
Fuel Capacity139 gal (528 l)
Road Speed40 mph (65 km/h)
Cross Country Speed?
Swim Speed4 mph (7 km/h)
Fording DepthAmphibious
Grade60%
Side Slope30%
Trench Crossing6.9 ft (2.1 m)
Vertical Wall Climb2.3 ft (0.7 m)
PROTECTION
 AMX-10P
ArmorFrontal: Against .50 caliber (12.7 mm) projectiles
Applique ArmorN/A
Explosive Reactive ArmorAvailable. See VARIANTS
Active Protective SystemN/A
NBC Protection SystemYes
Smoke EquipmentFour smoke grenade launchers
ARMAMENT
AMX-10P
Type Mount Typical Ammo Load
20mm M693 F1 automatic cannon Dual belt feed 760: 325 ready + 435 stowed.
APDS-T, API, API-T, HEI, HEI-T
7.62mm AAT 52 NF1 machine gun Coaxial to main gun 2,000
FIRE CONTROL
 AMX-10P
Fire Control System?
Main Gun Stabilization?
Rangefinder?
Infrared SearchlightYes

NOTES

The hull of the AMX 10P is made of all-welded aluminum. The driver's compartment is at the front of the vehicle on the left. The engine compartment is to his right. The troop compartment is at the rear of the hull. In front of the driver are three periscopes. Air inlet and outlet louvers are on top of the hull, and the exhaust outlet is in the right side of the hull. The complete powerpack can be replaced in two hours.

In the center, offset slightly to the left, is a two-man Toucan II turret. The gunner sits on the left and commander on the right. Both their hatch covers open to either side. The commander has a telescopic sight, a direct anti-aircraft sight, and a direct-fire external sight. The gunner has a periscope with various possible sight combinations. The commander and gunner also have seven periscopes for all-around view.

The AMX-10P is fully amphibious, but can be delivered without this capability. It is propelled by two water jets on either side of the ramp. Bilge pumps are in the engine and troop compartments. A trim vane is erected at the front, and stowed on the glacis plate when not in use. Standard equipment includes a heater and NBC system on the right side.

Recognition features:

VARIANTS

A French SNPE explosive reactive armor (ERA) kit and others are available for use on the AMX-10P. However, during dismounted troop movement, ERA would be a hazard. Thus, passive armor is more likely; and ERA application is doubtful.
AMX-10P
Variant with Milan or HOT ATGM launcher.
AMX-10P/Milan
ATGM launcher vehicle, with two launchers.
AMX/HOT
ATGM launcher vehicle (Toucan II turret, 4 launchers).
AMX-10 TM
Mortar carrier towing 120mm RT-61 mortar.
AMX-10 PAC 90
Fire support/AT variant with Giat 90mm gun.
AMX-10P Marine
Improved swim variant with 12.7/25/90mm gun.
AMX-10 PC
Command variant with varied command stations.
AMX-10 RC
Wheeled (6 x 6) fire support vehicle with 90mm gun.
AMX-10 RAC
The same AMX-10 RC fire support chassis with 105mm gun.