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Faun GT 8/15
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FaunGT8/15

Special Purpose Vehicles · Germany · 1975
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FaunGT8/15

Faun GT 8/15
Faun GT 8/15 Photo: Bundeswehr · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Mission Effectiveness
60
Mobility
70
Specialisation
85
Protection
50
Reliability
75
Versatility
40
Crew Capacity
65
Technology
55
Adaptability
45
Cost-Effectiveness
80
Origin Germany
ManufacturerFaun-Werke
CategorySpecial Purpose Vehicles
EraCold War
In service1975
Operators1 countries
Quantity2,000
Data Quality84%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
64
Special Purpose Vehicles MASS Rating
1/2
Cold War
6/51
All-Time
Special Purpose Vehicles · 10 axes scored
Mission Effectiveness
60
Mobility
70
Specialisation
85
Protection
50
Reliability
75
Versatility
40
Crew Capacity
65
Technology
55
Adaptability
45
Cost-Effectiveness
80
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the special purpose vehicles category.
01 / Overview
Faun GT 8/15
Country
Prime contractor
Production
1975–
Quantity
2,000
Unit Price (current)
$897.6K↗ 498% inflation · 1975→2025
Original Price
$150.0K (1975)
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLES · COLD WAR
1
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
78
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
$897.6K
Original: $150.0K (1975)
Inflation: +%498
64
special purpose vehicles category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the special purpose vehicles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General6MOD.6
  • Vehicle Typeartillery tractor
  • Service Entry Year1975
  • Crew1
  • Seating Capacity2
  • Drive Configuration8x8
  • In ServiceYes
◈Weights & Load3MOD.3
  • Curb Weight12,000 kg
  • Gross Vehicle Weight18,000 kg
  • Payload Capacity5,000 kg
▣Powertrain8MOD.8
  • Engine Typediesel
  • Engine Power320 hp
  • Transmissionmanual
  • Fuel Typediesel
  • Fuel Capacity300 L
  • Top Speed80 km/h
  • Range600 km
  • AmphibiousNo
◇Dimensions4MOD.4
  • Length7.5 m
  • Width2.5 m
  • Height3 m
  • Wheelbase3.5 m
◆Mobility5MOD.5
▤Protection4MOD.4
⬢Special Function4MOD.4
▲Production3MOD.3
  • Total Production2,000
  • Unit Cost150,000 USD
  • Operators3
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANRetired
  1. 1945First deployment: Cold War
  2. 1975Production started
51
years in service
2,000
units produced
0
countries operating
ⓘ 1 countries retired it.
04 / Operators
Operator Countries1country
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE3terms
Designation for military vehicles capable of being airlifted by fixed-wing or rotary-wing aircraft, typically via cargo aircraft like the C-130 or CH-47.
Tires designed to allow a vehicle to continue operating for a limited distance after a puncture, typically by using reinforced sidewalls or internal support.
A mechanical device used to pull or lift heavy loads via a cable or rope, commonly integrated into light tactical vehicles for recovery or cargo operations.
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