WS2300

WS2300
WS2300 during China's 60th anniversary parade.
Type	6×6 tactical truck
Place of origin	China
Service history
Used by	PLA Rocket Force
Production history
Designer	Wanshan Special Vehicle
Manufacturer	Wanshan Special Vehicle
Specifications
Mass	14 t (empty)
Length	9.5m
Width	3m
Height	3m
Crew	1+5
Engine	Deutz diesel 325 hp (242 kW)
Payload capacity	16 tons
Operational range	800 km (497 mi) loaded
Maximum speed	80 km/h (50 mph)

The WS2300 is a general purpose 16 tonne 6x6 special heavy duty truck made by Wanshan Special Vehicle Factory and used by the People's Liberation Army of the People's Republic of China.

Description

A much smaller 6x6 version of the WS2400, the WS2300 is a comparatively light weight transporter erector launcher whose operation commence in 1999. The WS2300 is therefore, one of the most ubiquitous Chinese TELs in operation within the People's Liberation Army Rocket Force.

The WS2300, due to its much smaller profile, could only carry a payload totaling 16 tons. Its heavy-duty nature as a high mobility vehicle and a TEL allows the WS2300 to mount two P-12 short-range ballistic missiles. The WS2300 also comes in a command post and workshop variant depending on the logistical needs.

Like most Chinese TELs, the WS2300 is powered by German technology such as the Deutz turbocharged diesel engine which allows the WS2300 to develop a 325 hp. It is able to carry up to five passengers plus the driver due to its 4-door cab.

Variants

• WS2400
• WS2500
• WS2600
• WS21200
• WS51200