sirhc Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 (edited) I thought it might be useful to put a few photos up here with the main differences between the various marks. Mk 1 has a B80 petrol engine, the exhaust exiting from the top rather than the LH side. There is a hinged hatch giving access to the engine. Mk 2 has the K60 diesel engine, the exhaust exits from the LH side. Mk 2/1 has the same engine as the Mk 2, but the NBC pack is flush with the hull. Both the Mk 1 and Mk 2 have large external NBC packs. Mk 3 aka Bulldog is fitted with a new engine and powerpack. These are usually covered in various bits of add on armour, but you can id them using the extra hatch cut in to the front armour. Chris Edited February 28, 2009 by sirhc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormin Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 Haven't some 432's been re-engined again with a newer straight diesel rather than multi-fuel engine? Too new to be released into civilian hands I suspect. Did the FV433 Abbott SPG follow the same mods? And are there any left in service? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted February 28, 2009 Author Share Posted February 28, 2009 Good point, I'll add the Mk 3. The FV433 Abbot was only built with the K60 engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
84KB11 Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 Not strictly true Chris, I believe that 6 early FV433's were built with the B81 petrol engine, however all standard production ones had the K60 multi-fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted February 28, 2009 Author Share Posted February 28, 2009 Ok, but the chances of owning or seeing one of those are quite slim! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
84KB11 Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 Agreed, the info I have states that all 6 were converted to K60 packs shortly after entering service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markheliops Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Interesting Chris. I always thought mine was a Mk2/1. It definately states that on the Wksp plate attached to the left of the drivers position. Can you clarify what mine is by the pictures. Ta Markheliops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted March 1, 2009 Author Share Posted March 1, 2009 Mark, Your NBC pack is external, so I think its safe to say it's a straight Mk 2. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markheliops Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 You learn something everyday. Thanks Chris - the wksp plate says Mk2/1 as you can see but I have just checked the MOD form 654 and it does list the 432 as a Mk2. Bugger - have to change the information boards now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snapper Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 That'll be £75 for using my snap without permission. :-D My lawyers, Sue, Grabbit & Run will be along directly. In all seriousness, this is a good threa. Liking it. More photo examples to clarify please. Edumacation is why I'm here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metroman Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Agreed, good to see the different versions in the same thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
84KB11 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Chris, Have you got any internal shots showing the different dash/control gear between the Mk1 and Mk2? I have never seen inside a Mk1, so would be interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share Posted March 2, 2009 David, There was a good 432 website a few years back with a lot of the Mk 1 details. I have driven one, but it was some time ago. The dash is similar to the Ferret, with this extra bit.. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/432-instrument-panel-ammeter-FV-wiring-connector-Champ_W0QQitemZ160318976439QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Cars_Parts_Vehicles_Other_Vehicle_Parts_Accessories_ET?hash=item160318976439&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A1%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markheliops Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 That'll be £75 for using my snap without permission. :-D My lawyers, Sue, Grabbit & Run will be along directly. In all seriousness, this is a good threa. Liking it. More photo examples to clarify please. Edumacation is why I'm here! Not for spelling then!!! Love ya snapper.!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave432 Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 (edited) i have a 432/30 its a mk2/1 type b it has the k60 its a runner but electrics pritty shot at the mo she is aparently 43 years young! ps, any one know for a rarden 30 mm cannon as i have a victorian cast iron drain pipe Edited March 8, 2009 by Marmite!! tried to fix smilies formatting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marmite!! Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 i have a 432/30 its a mk2/1 type b it has the k60 its a runner but electrics pritty shot at the mo she is aparently 43 years young!ps, any one know for a rarden 30 mm cannon as i have a victorian cast iron drain pipe There are no deactivated barrels about at the moment, 1-1/4" iron pipe is not far off the correct size... do you have the flash hider.. I have a spare for sale.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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