TMS-4000 M2A5 Aardvark (KUC) – The New Standard in Armored Combat
The decent of the TMS family is directly from the TMS-4000 M2A5

the M2A5 being the evolution of the A3 and the A1


1. General Overview

The TMS-4000 M2A5 Aardvark (KUC) is a revolutionary armored combat vehicle developed by Erusea. It combines the firepower of an MBT, the mobility of a wheeled vehicle, and the troop transport capability of an IFV. This unique concept creates an entirely new category of armored vehicles, known as the Secondary Medium Tank (TMS), providing a versatile and robust solution for modern warfare.

? Primary Role: Heavy fire support vehicle and troop transport
? Troop Capacity: 14 soldiers + 3 crew members
? Main Armament: 100 mm cannon, 10 rounds/sec reload speed, 500 mm penetration
? Protection: Composite armor + ERA + NBC protection
? Mobility: 10x10 configuration, high speed, operable even with damaged wheels

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1. Technical Specifications

🔹 Mobility and Powertrain

Chassis: 10x10 ultra-mobile, ensuring excellent traction on rough terrain

Engine: High-performance turbodiesel, optimized for heavy loads

Max Speed: ~80 km/h (road), ~55 km/h (off-road)

Damaged Wheel Performance: Can still move with up to 6 wheels destroyed

Operational Range: 650 km

🔹 Armament and Firepower

Main Cannon: 100 mm autoloader (10 rounds/sec)

Penetration: 500 mm, capable of piercing most MBTs from the side and easily destroying light/medium vehicles

Secondary Machine Guns:

1x 12.7 mm remotely operated heavy machine gun

1x 7.62 mm coaxial machine gun

Missile Options: ATGM launchers available for long-range engagements

Advanced Fire Control System: 360° stabilization, effective while moving

🔹 Protection and Survivability

Armor: Composite + ERA (protection against RPGs, light missiles)

Anti-RPG Grilles: Installed on vulnerable sections

NBC Protection: Against nuclear, biological, and chemical threats

Active Protection System (APS): Detects and intercepts incoming missiles

Crew Safety: Mine-resistant seating and reinforced armor against explosions

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1. Combat Performance

💥 Against Enemy MBTs (Heavy Tanks)

? Capable of destroying a tank from the side or rear due to its 100 mm cannon
? Superior mobility compared to MBTs, allowing it to avoid frontal engagements
? Not designed for direct head-on duels against modern MBTs

🛡 Against Asymmetric Warfare Fighters

? Excellent protection against RPGs and mines
? Large troop transport capacity for infantry deployment
? APS and ERA systems reduce vulnerability to ambushes

🔫 Infantry Support Role

? Superior firepower compared to traditional IFVs
? High speed and mobility for rapid repositioning
? Heavy armor ensures effective troop transport and fire support

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1. Cost and Production

Estimated Cost: 12 to 15 million Esterse per unit

Maintenance: Complex but optimized for quick field repairs

Estimated Production Capacity: 1,000 units per year at full industrial output

Cost-Effectiveness: More expensive than an IFV but more effective and versatile than an MBT

💡 Conclusion: A strategic investment, combining power, protection, and flexibility for the Erusean military.

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1. Where Does It Fit in the Erusean Army?

The TMS-4000 M2A5 represents a technological breakthrough for Erusea, which previously relied on foreign vehicles such as the Bradley or AMX-10RC. Now, Erusea has its own heavily armed armored vehicle, designed to surpass MBTs in certain roles.

📌 Status in the Armored Vehicle Hierarchy:

More mobile and flexible than an MBT

More resilient and powerful than an IFV

A new intermediate category, capable of operating independently or alongside heavy tanks

📌 A Symbol of Military and Industrial Pride
The TMS-4000 is more than just a vehicle—it represents Erusea’s military independence and technological dominance in the armored warfare domain.

📢 "The future of armored combat is here, and its name is Aardvark!"