The M8 armored gun system (AGS), sometimes known as the Buford, is an American light tank that was intended to replace the M551 Sheridan and TOW missile -armed Humvees in the 82nd Airborne Division and 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment (2nd ACR) of the U.S. Army respectively.

Oct 19, 2024 · The M8 AGS is motorized with a six-cylinder Detroit Diesel Model 6V-92TA developing 550 hp at 2,400 rpm on JP8 fuel and 580 hp on DF2 diesel fuel fitted at the rear of the hull. The engine is coupled to a General Dynamics Land Systems HMPT-500-3EC hydro-mechanical transmission.

The cancellation of the M8 Armored Gun System left the US Army airborne forces dangerously low on firepower. The M8 is the result of the Armored Gun System (AGS) concept that originated in the early 1980s to provide light forces with more powerful direct support.

May 30, 2017 · The M35 was selected as the main armament for the 105mm M8 Armored Gun System (AGS). In its base armor configuration, it can be low-velocity airdropped from a C-130 aircraft.

Jan 29, 2024 · The M8 Armored Gun System (AGS) almost made it into service as an airborne light tank for the 82nd Airborne and 2d Armored Cavalry Regiment, but it was abruptly cancelled.

The United Defense M8 Armored Gun System was a light tank that was intended to replace the M551 Sheridan in the 82nd Airborne Division, as well as being expected to replace TOW-equipped HMMWVs in the 2d Stryker Cavalry Regiment (2nd ACR).

Sep 28, 2018 · Detailing the technical specifications, development, and operational history of the XM8 / M8 Armored Gun System (AGS) (Close Combat Vehicle - Light) Light Tank Prototype including pictures.

The M8 Armored Gun System (AGS), sometimes known as the Buford, is an American light tank that was intended to replace the M551 Sheridan and TOW missile-armed Humvees in the 82nd Airborne Division and 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment of the U.S. Army respectively.

May 15, 2024 · The Expeditionary Light Tank is an improved version of the M8 AGS (Armoured Gun System) designed and manufactured by the Company BAE Systems.

The US M8 Buford Light Tank prototype won the Armored Gun System programme in 1996. The programme was cancelled & the M8 did not enter US Army service.