FTF MS-4050

Notes: Though for the most part long replaced by newer German designs, this semi-tractor was for over 10 years the prime mover of tank transporter trailers for the Dutch Army. The MS-4050 is essentially a modified Mack design (FTF is one of the largest license-producers of Mack trucks in Europe), with strengthened construction, stronger steel used in the chassis and frame than is normal for civilian designs, and otherwise modified for military use. The cab is a forward-control design, but it is not a tipper, since the engine is actually to the rear of the cab. In addition, the rear of the cab has a winch mounted, either one winch with a 45.36-ton capacity of twin winches with 20-ton capacities each. The spare tire is mounted under the frame of the chassis. Cab seating is limited, since the two seats used have independent suspension, and there is a space behind them for crew equipment storage. This truck was used only by the Dutch Army, and only 39 were produced, with most having been scrapped or held in reserve by now.

Price

Fuel Type

Load

Veh Wt

Crew

Mnt

Night Vision

Radiological

$12,858

D, A

(Tow) 94.5 tons; 450 kg

15.5 tons

1+1

4

Headlights

Open

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

228/34

57/9

450

140

Stnd

W(3)

HF1 HS1 HR1