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Iraq has unveiled a locally produced VN22 infantry fighting vehicle

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Iraq launched the production of a localized version of the VN22 6x6 armored vehicle and demonstrated its achievements by presenting a sample of local production.

The VN22, first shown by the Chinese company Norinco in 2021, was positioned as a modular armored vehicle designed to solve various combat tasks.

According to a brochure released in 2022, the VN22, when equipped with a remotely controlled combat station with a 30 mm cannon, has a combat weight of 25 tons. In this configuration, the crew consists of 3 people, the landing party consists of 8 fighters. The machine is able to withstand a bullet from a 14.5 mm cartridge and has mine protection.

Image source: topwar.ru

The Iraqi version of the VN22, however, differs in armament and is positioned as an infantry fighting vehicle. It is equipped with a manned combat station armed with a three-barrel 12.7mm CS LM5 machine gun from Norinco, which can fire at a rate of 1,000 or 2,000 rounds per minute, depending on the selected mode. It is also produced under license in Iraq.

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The localized version of the VN22 is equipped with 10 smoke grenade launchers mounted in front of the tower and a GL6 active protection system, which is comparable to the Israeli KAZ Iron Fist.

Image source: topwar.ru

The hull is divided into three main sections: the driver and engine are located in the front; the middle section is designed for the commander and operator of a remotely controlled combat post; and up to 8 motorized infantry are located in the stern.

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