TCAV-43/02M

TCAV, which stands for Tank Combat Assault Vehicle, is a cutting-edge war vehicle developed by the Obelia Empire. This innovative vehicle combines the features of an Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) and a tank. It is built on the reliable M.65/97 MBT hull but with a smaller turret armed with twin 35mm Autocannon, 4 Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs), and a 14.7mm coaxial machine gun. The primary objective of TCAV is to provide support to infantry units during urban warfare while maintaining a high level of armor protection similar to that of a tank. With its impressive 40 degrees of elevation capability, this vehicle can effortlessly neutralize enemy infantry positions from elevated positions. Additionally, the ATGMs equipped on TCAV are powerful enough to take down adversary Main Battle Tanks (MBTs).
TCAV is equipped with both soft and hard kill Active Protection Systems (APS). The Spike APS, an upgraded version of the Hedgehog APS, is used to eliminate threats such as ATGM or RPG rockets. For soft skill defense, TCAV is equipped with an electro-optical jammer called the SK23, which can automatically lock onto enemy ATGMs and deter their guidance systems. Additionally, smoke dispensers located on both sides of the tank can launch smoke grenades to provide cover during battle. These dispensers are reloadable from inside, allowing for continuous reloading even in intense combat situations.
TCAV is operated by four crews, including a driver, two system operators, and one gunner. With a fully trained crews, TCAV able to pose a significant threat to enemy infantry due to the tank's cutting-edged capabilities. The tank is equipped with two powerful 35mm Autocannon that can easily eliminate infantry and penetrate light armored vehicles. Despite its lower rate of fire, the destructive potential of this weapon is impressive, it could fire both AP and HE rounds. Furthermore, the tank features a 14.7mm MG, reliable to suppress an entire squad of infantry, effectively immobilizing them for friendly forces to eliminate. With long-range ATGMs that can deter enemy armor, this tank can fulfill all the roles typically assigned to an IFV with even greater effectiveness and efficiency.

However, nothing came without weakness. TCAV, since it basically using a hull of an MBT, its much heavier and bigger than any IFV or FSV in return of excellent protection. It’s also non-amphibious, but its not much of a problem since Obelian land were mostly a flat ground.
However, the TCAV does have its weaknesses, as with any other vehicle. Its use of an MBT hull makes it heavier and larger compared to IFVs or FSVs. However, this trade-off provides superior protection for its occupants. While it is not amphibious, this is generally not a significant problem since the majority of Obelian land terrain is flat.
The TCAV comes in three variants: the original A variant, the export E variant, and the upgraded M variant. From 2004 to 2015, a total of 980 A variants underwent upgrades into M variants. Additionally, 300 E variants have already been exported for foreign use.
Soldiers have given various nicknames to the TCAV. Some call it "Mower," others refer to it as "Exterminator," but most commonly it is known as TCAV (Tee-Caf).

Armament

2x 35mm Autocannons
1x 14.7mm Coaxial MG
4x ATGMs

Armor and Defense System

Class-5A2 "Soteria" Armor
SK23 Electro-optical Jammer
Spike APS
Rank-3 "Itus" ERA

Activation Groups and Controls

Pitch and Roll to move
Brake to brake
Weapon locks target automatically
Switch to Camera to use ATGMs
AG1 to activate gun autolock

GALLERY

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