GZQ-230 Pontoon Bridge System
The GZQ-230 heavy pontoon bridge is a second-generation Chinese floating bridge modelled on the Soviet pontoon bridge equipment. It is mounted on a XC-2200 5 ton truck chassis also developed in China.
The heavy pontoon bridge system has a maximum load capacity of 60 tons. If the maximum configuration is exercised the GZQ-230 can be capable of being connected to 14 other pontoon bridge systems or motor boats or a combination in order to span up to 312 m.
Status
The GZQ-230 pontoon bridge system is in service with the Bangladesh Army.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Origin: China
Type: Heavy Pontoon Bridge System
Weight: 11 tonnes
Length: 9.422 m
Width: 2.500 m
Height: 3.200 m
Crew: 1 + 2
Engine: BF8L413FG air-cooled diesel 252hp
Payload: 8-9 tons
Service: Bangladesh Army
