Bravia Pantera

     Notes: This truck resembles a much larger version of the US M809 truck – fitting, since it was in fact based on that vehicle.  It has over twice the cargo capacity (12 tons) of the M809 on roads, but looks similar; off roads, it still has a larger cargo capacity than the M809.  The Pantera is also similar to the Bravia Leonardo Mk III 3-Ton Truck, another vehicle that was based on the M809. Other features of the Pantera are locking differentials, a central tire inflation system, and an MU12 9.07-ton winch in the front. Optionally, tracks may be added to the two rear wheels to increase rough or sloppy terrain performance. Other than the cargo capacity, it is a conventional truck. At its introduction, it could be powered by a Cummins V-378 developing 136 horsepower, a Perkins V-8-510 diesel developing 170 horsepower, a Perkins V-8-540 diesel with 180 horsepower, or a Dodge 361-4 gasoline engine developing 305 horsepower.  However, the Pantera is currently available only with a Cummins turbocharged diesel developing 250 horsepower. The brakes and steering are power assisted; the transmission may be manual or automatic.

     Variants include a dump truck, tractor truck, road paving truck, and a cement mixer.