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WZ-511 (Type 77)

Amphibious armored personnel carrierFielded 1974Pending verification
Land ForcesCHN
Length 7.4 m
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System
TypeAmphibious armored personnel carrier
Date of introduction1974
ProliferationAt least 2 countries
ManufacturerNORINCO - China North Industries Group Corporation - CNGCMed[1]
Crew2Med[1]
Dimensions and weight
Length7.4 m24 ftMed[1]
Width3.2 m10 ftMed[1]
Height2.44 m8 ftMed[1]
Weight15.5 tMed[1]
Automotive performance
EngineModel 12150L-2AMed[1]
Engine power400 hpMed[1]
Cruising range370 km230 mi · 200 nmiMed[1]
Swim speed120 km/h75 mph · 65 ktMed[1]
Max road speed60 km/h37 mph · 32 ktMed[1]
Fording depthAmphibiousMed[1]
Protection
Hull Armor6-10 mmMed[1]
NBC ProtectionYesMed[1]
Variants
Type 77 (WZ511)Chinese tracked amphibious APC based on the Type 63-I amphibious light tank.[1]
Type 77-1 (WZ511-1)Amphibious armoured personnel/artillery carrier designed to carry a disassembled gun (85 mm towed anti-tank gun or 120 mm towed howitzer) on the roof. The vehicle has hydraulic winch and ramps to load/unload the gun.[1]
Type 77-2 (WZ511-2)Amphibious armoured personnel carrier. No winch and ramps.[1]
Type 76 ARVRecovery vehicle.[1]
Summary

The WZ-511 (Type 77) Chinese Amphibious Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) was an APC in its basic configuration. It had a crew compartment at the front, a dismount compartment in the center, and an engine compartment at the rear.

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Sources
  1. WZ-511 (Type 77) Chinese Amphibious Armored Personnel Carrier (APC), U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
    Published/updated 2026-03-20 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
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  • 2026-10-10 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import