The ESM 500 is an excellent transmission for modern main battle tanks. It has five forward and two reverse gears. It is also equipped with a high-performance braking system with secondary retarder and carbon friction brakes. Developed and produced by RENK, the ESM 500 was mass-produced for the French LECLERC main battle tank.
Features
For tracked vehicles 50-70 t
Power range 750-1.200 kW (1.600 PS)
5 forward gears / 2 reverse gears