AMX-10 RC

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The AMX-10 RC is a French armoured fighting vehicle manufactured by Nexter Systems for armoured reconnaissance purposes. Equipping French cavalry units since 1979, over 240 remained in service with the French Army in 2021 when replacement by EBRC Jaguar gradually started. 108 units were sold to Morocco and twelve to Qatar. "RC" stands for "Roues-Canon", meaning "wheels-gun", as it is 6-wheeled and armed with a 105mm calibre gun. Newspapers and officials have often incorrectly referred to it as a "char léger" (light tank).

The AMX-10 RC is distinct from the amphibious AMX-10P: they both have a waterproof welded aluminum chassis and share automotive components, but have completely different battlefield roles. The AMX-10 RC is usually used for reconnaissance missions in dangerous environments or for fire support.

Variants[edit | edit source]

  • AMX-10 RC: Initial production model with amphibious capability.
  • AMX-10 RC surblindé (uparmored): Fitted with add-on armor and without amphibious capability.
  • AMX-10 RCR revalorisé (upgraded):

Prototypes[edit | edit source]

  • AMX-10 RTT: APC variant
  • AMX-10 RAC: AAA version first presented at Eurosatory in 1981. It featured a large turret armed with two 30 mm autocannons.
  • AMX-10 RC with TML 105: AMX-10 RC fitted with the Tourelle Modulaire Légère (Light Modular Turret) featuring a stabilized G2 high-pressure 105 mm gun, GALIX launchers and new sights. A two-man configuration with a bustle-mounted autoloader was available as an option.

Users[edit | edit source]

  • Cameroon
    • Cameroon Army
  • France
    • French Army
  • Morocco
    • Royal Moroccan Army
  • Qatar
    • Qatar Emiri Land Force
  • Ukraine
    • Ukrainian Ground Forces