PARS ALPHA 8x8 New Generation Armored Combat Vehicle

PARS ALPHA 8x8 is a modular and multipurpose armored combat vehicle developed in response to the rapidly evolving threat landscape and battlefield requirements of modern warfare. Designed to meet the tactical and strategic needs of modern armed forces, it features high survivability, superior mobility, advanced electronic systems, and a wide range of mission capabilities. The PARS ALPHA series can be adapted to a broad spectrum of roles—from armored personnel carrier to main battle vehicle and air defense platform—through 6x6 and 8x8 configurations.

Design Features and Situational Awareness

Traditionally, in 6x6 and 8x8 wheeled armored vehicles developed since the end of the Cold War, the driver was positioned at the front and the commander at the rear. This layout provided limited visibility, particularly during hatch-closed operations, and hindered crew coordination.

The PARS ALPHA 8x8 fundamentally redefines this traditional design by relocating the powertrain to the rear and placing the driver and commander side by side. This configuration provides an expansive field of view and enables more effective communication and coordination among the crew during operations. Integrated 360° situational awareness systems, combined with day and night vision cameras, ensure uninterrupted information flow and safe driving even with all hatches closed under any air or ground conditions.

Thanks to this new layout, both crew members enjoy a field of view exceeding 180°, enabling long-range and secure movement even in areas under intense enemy threat.

PARS ALPHA 8x8 New Generation Armored Combat Vehicle Crew Layout - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

Strategic and Tactical Logistical Compatibility

The PARS ALPHA 8x8 supports the flexibility and speed of modern military logistics by being transportable via road and rail, as well as by strategic airlift aircraft such as the A400M, C-17 Globemaster, C-5 Galaxy, An-124, and Il-76. This air transportability makes the vehicle a critical force multiplier in operations requiring rapid deployment.

PARS ALPHA 8x8 New Generation Armored Combat Vehicle Representative Air Transport - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

PARS ALPHA 8x8 New Generation Armored Combat Vehicle Representative Rail Transport - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

Technical Specifications

Power-to-Weight Ratio: 21 hp/ton

Crew Capacity: 12 personnel (3+9 configuration: Driver, Commander, Gunner, and 9 Troops)

Length: < 7.8 m

Width: < 3.1 m

Height: < 2.4 m (travel), < 2.2 m (transport)

Engine: 711 hp Diesel

Transmission: Fully automatic, 6 forward / 1 reverse

Maximum Road Speed: > 115 km/h

Road Range: > 800 km

Maximum Gradient Climbing: 70%

Sideways Slope: 40%

Approach and Departure Angles: > 55°

Fording Depth: 1.2 m

Vertical Obstacle Clearance: 0.8 m

Trench Crossing: 2.4 m

Turning Radius: < 7.8 m

Suspension: Double wishbone, height-adjustable, independent hydro-pneumatic

Drive: All-wheel drive

Steering Axles: 4 (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th axles)

Weapons and Turret Systems

Main Turret Type

• TEBER-II 30/40 Remote Controlled Turret
• 30 mm dual-feed automatic cannon (barrel can be swapped to 40 mm via recoil spring modification)
• Coaxial 7.62 mm machine gun
• 200 rounds of 30 mm ammunition, 600 rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition
• Traverse: 360°, Elevation: -10° to +45°
• Stabilization: Two-axis electric drive

30/40 mm Ammunition Types - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

Anti-Tank Missile System

• 2 ready-to-fire missiles (system options based on user preference)

Commander Independent Sight and UKSS

• 7.62 mm or 5.56 mm machine gun
• Traverse: 360°, Elevation: -50° to +85°

Mission, Life Support and Survivability Systems

The PARS ALPHA 8x8 is equipped with advanced survivability and life support systems. The vehicle provides high-level protection against ballistic, mine, and improvised explosive device (IED) threats in compliance with STANAG 4569 standards. Protection levels can be customized according to user requirements and mission needs; detailed specifications are classified.

Additional features include:

• Positive pressure and mask-integrated CBRN protection system,
• Standard 360° situational awareness system,
• Advanced battlefield management system,
• VHF/UHF radios and crew communication system for uninterrupted communication,
• Electrical system compliant with MIL STD 1275 and MIL STD 461,
• Automatic fire suppression system,
• Climate control system, and
• Standard acoustic detection system.

The vehicle can also be enhanced with active protection systems for high-intensity combat environments; these are offered as optional upgrades. Additionally, the vehicle is fitted with 12 smoke grenade launchers, integrated into the parking brake mechanism and designed with mechanical spring and hydraulic control. These systems enhance crew survivability and maximize vehicle mission effectiveness.

Vehicle Configurations

The PARS ALPHA 8x8 platform can be adapted to the following mission configurations:

120 mm / 105 mm / 90 mm Turreted Main Battle Vehicle

PARS ALPHA 8x8 120 mm / 105 mm / 90 mm Turreted Vehicle - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

30 mm or 40 mm Two-Person Turreted New Generation ACV

PARS ALPHA 8x8 30 mm or 40 mm Two-Person Turreted New Generation ACV - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

PARS ALPHA 8x8 30/40 mm Two-Person Turret System - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

30 mm or 40 mm Remote Controlled Turret New Generation ACV

PARS ALPHA 8x8 30 mm or 40 mm Remote Controlled Turret New Generation ACV - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

PARS ALPHA 8x8 30/40 mm Remote Controlled Turret System - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

35 mm Remote Controlled Turret New Generation ACV

PARS ALPHA 8x8 35 mm Remote Controlled Turret New Generation ACV - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

120 mm Twin-Barreled Mortar Vehicle

PARS ALPHA 8x8 120 mm Twin-Barreled Mortar Vehicle - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

35 mm Twin-Barreled Air Defense Vehicle

PARS ALPHA 8x8 35 mm Twin-Barreled Air Defense Vehicle - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

Air Defense Missile System Carrier

PARS ALPHA 8x8 Air Defense Missile System Carrier Vehicle - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

Combat Engineering Vehicle

PARS ALPHA 8x8 Combat Engineering Vehicle - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)

Command, Control and Fire Direction Vehicle

PARS ALPHA 8x8 Command, Control and Fire Direction Vehicle - (FNSS Defense Systems Official Website)