Designation:

AVDS 1790 9AR

Info
Manufacturer: General Dynamics Land Systems - GDLS  
Product type: Engine and Systems  
Name: Diesel engine  

This is an up-powered version of the AVDS-1790-2C with commonality of over 70 per cent between the two diesel-powered engines. It has power increased to 1,200 hp (894 kW) gross or 642 hp net, an 800 A alternator and the same dimensions as the AVDS-1790-8CR. The AVDS-1790-9AR powers the Merkava Mk 3 MBT and received NATO certification from TACOM in February 1988.

Specifications:
Property Value
Engine power output (h.p.)
1200

Included in:
Product Amount
M60 120S (Modernization of the vehicle)
1
MERKAVA Mk-3 (Main battle tank)
1