The Mugaf Tracked Command Post Carriers (for Artillery) are full-tracked lightweight vehicles based on M113, used as an operational staff office and command post. The Mugaf incorporates the RISE powerpack and improved driver controls.
The Mugaf was based on the M113 armored personnel carrier. From the front to just behind the driver's position and engine compartment, it was identical to the M113, but the passenger compartment was raised by 64.14cm to increase the inside ceiling height to 189.9cm. A roof hatch was provided, but there were no vision devices or armament for it. The single fuel tank of the APC was replaced by two 230L fuel tanks which were placed on either side of the passenger compartment. The fuel tanks also served as the supports for two folding tables. Map boards, radios, and a five-man bench seat could be installed in the passenger compartment. To the right of the driver, on the front of the raised passenger compartment, was an auxiliary gasoline generator which provided electrical power for the command equipment. The generator could be dismounted, and a 15m cable was provided for this purpose. A tent was attached to the rear of the Mugaf to provide more space in which to work. This tent was rolled on top of the rear roof when not in use, and could be used to connect two Mugafs. The tent provided an additional 11m² of space. |
