As many people know about the Navy SEALs, they are the Ace Special Operations Forces of the U.S. Military, one of the best special forces in the world, and even in peacetime, the Navy SEALs are still active in the front line of modern counter-terrorism operations.
Did you know that? There is also an elite of the elite in the Navy SEALs, that is, the 6th SEAL Detachment, referred to as the "SEAL Six Team", this squad was reorganized into an independent force in the 1980s, called the "Naval Special Operations Research Group", they are directly under the command of the "U.S. Navy Special Operations Command", holding more tasks than ordinary SEAL troops, the risk factor is also very high, and the weapons and equipment are better than ordinary special forces, whether it is wearing, equipment, weapons, cars, etc. All are among the best in the world.
That issue will take stock of the 13 commonly used vehicles of the SEAL Six Team.
1. F470 CRRC rubber combat assault boat
F470 CRRC is a kind of simple rubber combat assault boat used by the SEAL Six Team "Frogman", which can be driven by human power using the oars in combat, and can also be driven by an engine in the tail, the biggest advantage of the F470 is good portability, light weight, can be quickly inflated when in use, and in the inflated state, it can also be airdropped using C-130 transport aircraft, and can also be quickly deployed on frigates.
The F470 CRRC rubber combatant submarine can carry 4 to 6 Navy SEALs, the tail is equipped with a 55 hp two-stroke engine, the engine is 15.5 inches long and 6.3 inches wide, it can carry 2756 pounds of fuel, the hull length is 4.2 meters, the width is 2.1 meters, the hull weight is 45 kilograms, and the Navy SEAL Team 6 generally uses it for training missions, underwater blasting or stealth operations.
2. SOC-R combat submarine
SoC-R full name is called "river special operations ship", it is mainly used to fight along the river, coastal areas, but also can be competent for patrol tasks, escort tasks, evacuation tasks, and fire attack tasks. The hull is made of metal structure and covered with a layer of armor, which can resist the attack of 7.62 mm ammunition, and some accessories are made of aluminum alloy and fiberglass material, and the secondary parts of the hull have a more reasonable design.
The SOC-R is also equipped with a number of equipment, including tugboat suits, hooks, etc., which can be used to rescue other friendly injured ships, as well as GPS systems, friend or foe identification equipment, SATCOMM high-frequency communication reception equipment, FLIR infrared equipment, and Furuno radar systems.
The weapon system is also extremely extensive, with a 12.7 mm heavy machine gun in the bow, or a Gatling M134 7.62 mm six-barrel rapid-fire machine gun, MK19 or MK47 40 mm automatic grenade launchers on both sides of the hull, and an M240 7.62 mm general purpose machine gun in the stern.
The powertrain is equipped with a Type 440 "Shuangyanma" 6LY2M-STE diesel engine, as well as two sets of Hamilton HJ292 thrusters, the fastest travel speed of more than 40 knots per hour, displacement of 1.9 tons, SOC-R hull can carry 8 to 10 SEALs, in combat can use CH-47 helicopter lifting, C-130 transport airdrop, or deployment on amphibious landing ships.
3. "Quiet Eagle" tactical motocross bike
A hybrid military motocross motorcycle specially developed by the American Logos for the US special operations forces, its biggest feature is that in addition to the sound of tires, there is no rumbling noise of the engine, so it is also called "Quiet Eagle".
It is equipped with a diesel engine and an electric engine, even in the case of rapid advance, the noise is very small, this feature is just suitable for special operations, especially in the night when infiltrating reconnaissance is very advantageous, the two wheels also use bulletproof tires, the body is hung on both sides of a toolbox made of polymer, which can carry ammunition, grenades or batteries, etc., this motorcycle was born, and was soon adopted by the SEAL Six Team.
4. UH60 "Black Hawk" multi-purpose helicopter
The UH-60 helicopter, code-named "Black Hawk", is the most commonly used multi-purpose helicopter in the US military, and the types and models are more comprehensive, capable of various complex tasks, but also able to fight in various environments. The UH-60 helicopter was developed by the American Sikorsky in 1972, completed its first flight in 1974, and officially equipped with the U.S. military in 1979, including the army, navy, air, and marine corps and national guard, all using different models of UH-60.
The Black Hawk helicopter was equipped with two, the T700-GE-700 turboshaft engine produced by General Electric, with a single power of 1560 horsepower, a maximum flight speed of 357 kilometers per hour, a range of 2220 kilometers, a combat radius of 592 kilometers, an APU auxiliary power unit installed between the two engines, which can be used to start the engine and ground auxiliary power, and the engine is also equipped with dust-proof devices and shock absorption devices to better protect the engine in the desert area, as well as in the event of an aircraft attack , reduce the chance of engine damage.
Helicopters normally have a crew of 3 people and can carry 11 soldiers in combat situations and more than 20 if in an emergency. The "Black Hawk" helicopter also has the ability to attack, different models carry different weapons, the more common is the M134 Gatling 7.62 mm 6-barrel rotary machine gun and the M60D type 7.62 mm universal machine gun, in the SEAL Six team to perform short-range missions, generally take the "Black Hawk" helicopter into the combat area.
5. AH-6 "Little Bird" tactical helicopter
The AH-6 is an improvement on the MD-500 "Defender" small helicopter, developed by the American Huey Helicopter Company in the early 1990s, its code name is "Little Bird", currently as a tactical helicopter of THE SEAL Team VI or Delta Special Forces, ah-6 can both attack the ground, carry combatants to the ground, and provide fire support for combatants to strike.
The biggest feature of the AH-6 "Little Bird" helicopter is that it is small in size, simple in structure, and fast in flight, low in noise, and also has rapid response capabilities, and the fuselage is equipped with an aerial observation system, a target indication system, a command and control system, a friend or foe identification system, and a high-frequency communication and reception system.
Ah-6 helicopter can carry 6 additional combatants, the crew members default to 2 people, the fuselage can also be equipped with rocket launch nests or missiles on both sides, there is a Gatling M134 rotary machine gun on the inside, the power system is equipped with a T63A-5A turboshaft engine, the maximum power is 630 horsepower, the fastest flight speed is 310 kilometers per hour, and the combat radius is 500 kilometers. Fuselage length of 9.8 meters, rotor diameter of 8.3 meters, empty weight of 700 kg, the maximum take-off weight of 1.5 tons, don't look at it is very small, but fierce firepower, practical.
6. C-17 "Global Overlord" strategic transport aircraft
The C-17 is a large strategic and tactical transport aircraft actively equipped by the US military, developed by Boeing in the early 1980s, completed its first flight in the early 1990s, and finally officially equipped with the US military in 1993, its code name is "Global Overlord III".
The main task of the C-17 is to be used for strategic transportation, the cabin can carry nearly 200 soldiers, or 60 to 77 tons of cargo, but also can carry 3 Apache helicopter gunships, 6 military trucks, 8 Humvee assault vehicles or 1 M1A2 main battle tank, the total length of the fuselage is 53.4 meters, the wingspan is 51.81 meters, the height is 16.79 meters, the wing area is 353 square meters, the empty weight is 125645 kg, and the maximum take-off weight is 285750 kg.
C-17 transport aircraft power system installed with 4 F117-PW-100 non-afterburner turbofan engines, the fastest flight speed of 830 kilometers per hour, the range of 11600 kilometers, combat radius of 4400 kilometers, C-17 in addition to transport tasks, can also be used as a tactical aircraft of SEAL Sixth Team, it can be used as an air flight command post, guide ground special operations personnel on missions, soldiers can parachute from the aircraft, but also can carry some tactical equipment of special forces.
7. Polaris MV800 individual all-terrain vehicle
Launched in 2007, polaris MV800 is currently one of the individual all-terrain tactical vehicles of the SEAL Six Special Forces, equipped with an 850CC4-stroke SOHC twin-cylinder gas engine, which can be driven by both diesel and standard gasoline, and the steering system of the car is also driven by electric power, although it looks like a four-wheeled motocross bike, but its performance is very strong and has many uses.
There are article frames in the front and rear of the body, which can be used to install the M249 type 5.56 mm light machine gun, and the back can also be installed with a toolbox or tray, which can carry weapons, ammunition and supplies, and can also be disassembled and installed after the MK19 type 40 mm grenade launcher, which can be fired by remote control equipment, and the 4 tires of the car are vacuum designed, no need to inflate, the appearance is like a honeycomb, and it never bursts the tire, and the durability is very strong.
Polaris MV800 all-terrain vehicle is loved by SEAL Six Special Forces, while Delta Special Forces and other regional special forces are also equipped with MV800 all-terrain vehicles.
8. Polaris MRZR all-terrain vehicle
The MRZR is a four-wheel drive all-terrain vehicle of the same series as Polaris, but it is larger than the MV800 model, and is divided into two-seat and four-seat versions, with a large space in the back, which can be used to carry soldiers' weapons and equipment or important combat items, and the structure of the body is extremely simple, the engine is deployed in front, and the entire body is welded with a frame and steel.
In combat, this assault vehicle can be quickly delivered by helicopter or Osprey transport aircraft, it can not only accompany special forces, but also be equipped in airborne troops, carrying ammunition, fuel and materials for the front line, in short, its multi-purpose ability is very strong, not just a special assault vehicle.
MrZR all-terrain vehicle is also very popular among the SEAL Six, and has also been changed to a modular assault vehicle, equipped with a variety of weapon systems on the body, such as the M240 7.62 mm general purpose machine gun, the M2 12.7 mm heavy machine gun, the M249 type 5.56 mm light machine gun, etc. MrZR is not only practical, but also fierce, can follow the SEAL six team members to quickly assault.
9. Humvee assault vehicle
As for the Hummer chariot, do you need to say more? It is the symbol of the modern US military, since the replacement of the Willis jeep in the 80s of the last century, the Hummer has been used as the most basic combat vehicle of the US military, its strong off-road performance, simple structure of the body, while easy to maintain, easy to repair, deeply loved by the US soldiers. Since it is the most commonly used assault vehicle in the US military, the SEAL Sixth Team is also equipped with many Humvees, which are generally used in desert operations or station missions.
The Hummer chariot has a body length of 4.68 meters, a width of 2.19 meters, a height of 1.95 meters, a V8 E-JET diesel engine and DOHC double overhead camshafts, and a 4L65-E type 4-speed automatic transmission, with a maximum power of 125 kilowatts, a maximum driving speed of 134 kilometers per hour, a body weight of 3.1 tons, and a displacement of 6.5 liters.
Hummer is also more versatile, divided into command vehicles, reconnaissance vehicles, ambulances, passenger cars and combat vehicles, etc., in general, a 12.7 mm heavy machine gun will be set up on the roof, and equipped with a machine gun shield, the later model also changed the heavy machine gun to an automated remote control weapon station, soldiers in the car through the terminal can fight.
10. Flyer-72 light special combat assault vehicle
The Flyer is a four-wheel drive all-terrain assault vehicle newly equipped by SEAL Team Six, developed by Flyer and code-named "Asuka 72 Special Tactical Assault Vehicle". It is the same size as the common Hummer assault vehicle, but it is lighter in weight and has a simpler body.
It is equipped with a hybrid engine, the fastest travel speed can reach 163 kilometers per hour, the body can be customized armor and weapon mounting modules, the car can ride 4 to 5 members, at the top of the cab, by default, an M2 type 12.7 mm heavy machine gun will be installed, in combat state, the co-pilot can also be installed with an additional 5.56 mm light machine gun or anti-tank bazooka.
Although the current Asuka 72 special tactical assault vehicle is equipped with the SEAL Six Team, the number is very small, only the test state, and the future may be equipped with about 500 to 600 different types of "Asuka" assault vehicles in 2024.
11. SEAL LCV Fast Assault Vehicle
The real sense of the special tactical assault vehicle was born in the early 1980s, in fact, it is improved on the basis of civilian ATVs or civilian mountain bikes, the biggest feature is that the structure is extremely simple, only a simple body, the rest are welded, the body is equipped with the most basic weapons, can carry a small amount of military materials, the crew members are generally 2 to 4 people.
Seals Six active LCV fast assault vehicle was born in the early 90s of the last century, and was first used in the "Desert Storm Operation", this assault vehicle in actual combat performance is very good, can follow the special operators rapid assault, flexible and lightweight body can also enhance the speed of travel, but also on the strategic transport aircraft for rapid deployment, no matter in what kind of environment, special tactical assault vehicle has become an indispensable equipment.
The LCV fast assault vehicle has a total length of 4080 mm, a width of 2100 mm, a height of 2000 mm, a weight of 960 kg, equipped with a Volkswagen air-cooled turbocharged gasoline engine, and equipped with a manual gearbox, 4 wheels have independent suspension, the fastest travel speed is 130 km/ h, the weapon system is relatively modular, can be configured in advance according to the combat environment, can carry the M2 type 12.7 mm heavy machine gun, M240 7.62 mm general purpose machine gun, MK17 type 40 mm grenade launcher, or AT-4 anti-tank rocket launcher and 120 mm recoilless gun.
12. Yamaha SHO motorboat
Sho water jet ski is actually a civilian vehicle, but because of its excellent performance and strong power, it was later adopted by the U.S. Navy Special Operations Research Group, only the appearance was simply improved, and it became a special motorboat for THE SEAL Team SIX, generally used for patrol tasks, evacuation, safety, rescue, or interception tasks. With a hull length of 3.65 meters, it can carry two members, the power system uses a 4-cylinder 4-stroke Yamaha marine engine, the fastest speed is 120 kilometers per hour, and the Navy SEALs are also very fond of this motorboat.
13. Mark-8 underwater submersible
It is known as the "shallow sea transport vehicle" of the SEAL Team Six, which is actually a small open submarine with 2 to 4 positions in the cabin, the combat team members can sit on it and drive, the hull also has a hook, and the rest of the personnel can take a supine posture and advance with the same hull. Seals six use this vehicle generally for underwater blasting, underwater lurking operations or infiltration operations, etc., and the MK8 type also has a torpedo launcher, including Doppler inertial navigation system, sonar system, submarine rendezvous and docking system, etc., the hull weight is 3 tons, the length is 4.7 meters, the underwater range is about 15 to 18 nautical miles, the endurance time is 12 hours, and the fastest travel speed is 7 knots per hour.
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