KM3 Amphibious Bridge: Hanwha’s 50-Ton River Crossing System
The KM3 is Hanwha Aerospace and Hanwha Defense’s modular amphibious bridge and ferry system. 8×8 wheeled modules operate as independent ferries or combine to form a river bridge, carrying MBT-class loads at 50+ tons.
Why Mobile Bridging Is Critical
Fixed bridges are first-strike targets. The KM3 deploys independently of fixed infrastructure; bridge assembly completes in 15–30 minutes anywhere along a riverbank.
Modular Flexibility
Each vehicle is a self-propelled ferry; multiple modules link side-by-side to form a crossing bridge. Bridge length dynamically adapts to river width.
Teknik Özellikler
| Özellik | Değer |
|---|---|
| Type | Modular amphibious bridge/ferry |
| Capacity | 50+ tons |
| Assembly | 15–30 minutes |
| Water Speed | ~12 km/h |
| Land Speed | ~65 km/h |
| Chassis | 8×8 wheeled |
| Manufacturer | Hanwha Aerospace / Defense |
Kullanıcı Ülkeler
| Ülke | Detay |
|---|---|
| South Korea | Engineer units; river crossing for K2 and K9 |
Türk Muadili
Turkey uses M2 Bailey bridges and German engineer vehicles. The indigenous KÖPRÜ-F modular amphibious bridge program is in development. A strategic gap for Euphrates, Tigris, and Çoruh basin crossing scenarios.
