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Heavy Truck Tatra T816 LIWA Military Version

Tatra T816 LIWA used by Czech Army, Slovak Army, Israeli army, Indian Army, Saudi Arabia Army, Arabian Emirates Army, US army etc. A large number of Tatra T816 LIWA trucks is in service with United Arab Emirates. The Tatra T816 is powered by a German Deutz 1015C turbocharged diesel engine, developing 544 hp. 

It is worth mentioning that most other Tatra trucks use indigenous air-cooled diesel engines. Engine is located under and behind the cab. It is mated to American 6-speed automatic transmission. An 8x8 configuration is selected over rough terrain. On hard surface roads an 8x4 configuration is selected for maximum range and speed. Both front axles are steered.

Tatra T816 LIWA Specs

Entered service 1996
Configuration 8x8
Cab seating 1 + 2 men
Dimensions and weight
Weight 15.7 t
Payload capacity 13.7 - 20.3 t
Length 8.9 m
Width 2.6 m
Height 3.14 m
Mobility
Engine Deutz 1015C diesel
Engine power 544 hp
Maximum road speed 115 km/h
Range 800 km
Maneuverability
Gradient 100%
Side slope 57%
Vertical step 0.6 m
Trench 2 m
Fording 1.25 m

The T816 LIWA truck uses unique Tatra's independent swinging half-axles. Each wheel moves up and down independently, which allows exceptional cross country mobility and higher speeds on rough roads. This unique chassis has been constantly developed and improved.

Tatra T816 LIWA

Vehicle has a semi-automatic central tyre inflation system. It improves mobility over deserts and muddy terrain. The truck is also fitted with tactical tyres. A self-recovery winch was optional.

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  1. United Arab Emirates operate a number of versions of this high-mobility truck. The Tatra T816 with a general service troop/cargo body has a payload capacity ranging from 13.7 (still retains high off-road mobility) to a maximum of 20.3 t. The cargo body has drop-sides and drop-tailgate. Cargo area can be covered with bows and canvas cover. Some troop/cargo trucks were fitted with a hydraulic crane. It has a maximum capacity of 2.9 t. The crane is used for loading and unloading operations. Vehicle can tow trailers and artillery pieces with a maximum weight of 15 t over sand and 25 t off-road. Maximum towed load on hard surface roads is a whooping 65 t.

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