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Stryker, Bradley and Booker: The U.S. military's chariots
The U.S. Military's IFVs are at the forefront of ground combat. These versatile platforms not only protect soldiers but also pack a punch, boasting an arsenal of cannons, machine guns, and missiles. In the fast-paced world of modern armored warfare, the Stryker Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) stands as a versatile and adaptable workhorse. Born from the need for a rapidly deployable, medium-weight armored platform, the Stryker has become a cornerstone of the US Army's Stryker Brigade Combat Teams. The Stryker is tougher than many other armored personnel carriers. The front arc can withstand hits from 14.5 mm heavy machine gun rounds. The armor provides all-around defense against 7.62 mm NATO ball rounds. A ceramic add-on armor can also be installed to provide all-around protection against 14.5 mm armor-piercing rounds. The interior of the vehicle is lined to protect the crew and passengers from spalling. To withstand mine blasts, the undercarriage was reinforced. Named after the illustrious American hero, General Omar Bradley, the M2 Bradley IFV has consistently been an overachiever. This remarkable armored warhorse has been faithfully transporting U.S. troops across battlefields, offering them robust fire support, and occasionally outperforming its class by taking down main battle tanks, as seen in Iraq and recently in Ukraine. Though a fierce fighter at its core, the M2 Bradley's primary role remains safeguarding soldiers' lives. As recent conflicts in Ukraine have demonstrated, it is unparalleled in fulfilling this duty. M10 Booker signifies the future firepower of the U.S. Army's Infantry and Airborne units. It's capable of reaching locations that the M1 Abrams cannot access and overpowering adversaries that the Stryker and Bradley may struggle against. Although the M10 is not classified as a lightweight vehicle, its weight of 42 short tons (37.8 long tons) represents a substantial reduction compared to the Abrams tank, which exceeds 70 short tons (63 long tons). This weight advantage enables the M10 to be transported in pairs using C-17 cargo aircraft, allowing it to serve as armored support that can quickly accompany infantry units from a secure airfield.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/stryker-bradley-and-booker-the-u-s-military-s-chariots/vi-BB1nOWJW?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=HCTS&cvid=e885f2c351414d32b1e9fa351ed1d9ae&ei=170
