SKOT 2A Armo

The SKOT medium, wheeled, armored infantry carrier was designed in Czechoslovakia in 1961, though basic design was developed with a help of Polish engineers. After being accepted for use, the vehicle was still under development. The later variants received - most required - defensive armament in form of KPWT 14,5 mm and PKT 7,62 mm machine guns installed in special turret. SKOTs were later built in special variants, as mobile command posts, technical support cars and mines’ detection vehicles. They were in use with Polish and Czechoslovak armies only. SKOT 2A was most popular produced version, used for infantry’s transport and support. The transport area was occupied by tvelve soldiers. The crew consisted of driver, gunner and commander.