Eurosatory 2022: Soucy’s Defense division showcasing Composite Rubber Tracks on GDELS Ascod combat vehicle.

Soucy’s Defense Division is showcasing its Composite Rubber Track (CRT) technology, in partnership with General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS). The Ascod combat vehicle is equipped with CRT - one of the mobility options which is offered by GDELS. This demonstrates the versatility of Ascod, its ease of integration with CRT, allows customers to select the best capabilities, based on their operational and peacetime needs.
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This GDELS Ascod is equipped with a Counter-UAS system, benefiting from the reduced vibration synonymous with Soucy’s Composite Rubber Track (CRT) technology. (Picture source: Army Recognition)

The Ascod being displayed at Soucy’s Booth is one of three platforms at the exhibition in collaboration with GDELS. This Ascod is equipped with a Counter-UAS system, benefiting from the reduced vibration synonymous with Soucy’s CRT.

Soucy’s integration of CRT highlights the flexibility of the platform to operate with alternative track systems. GDELS’s acceptance of new technologies is key for armored vehicles in the future. Mobility upgrades, such as Soucy’s CRT, will increase operational availability, reduce maintenance hours/cost and ease the logistic burden on the supply chain.

About CRT Tracks

• Increased durability over conventional steel tracks.
• Reduced vibration (up to 70%), noise (up to 13dB), thermal signature, braking distance, vehicle weight (up to 50%) and fuel consumption (up to 30%).
• Reduced vehicle crew fatigue.
• Significant reduction in life cycle costs and virtually maintenance-free.
• Elimination of damage to infrastructure.

The Ascod combat vehicle is equipped with CRT - one of the mobility options which is offered by GDELS (Picture source: GDELS/Soucy)

About Soucy

Soucy has been established for 50 years and specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of CRT. Soucy supplies a variety of components and parts for major manufacturers of power sport, industrial, agricultural and defense vehicles around the world. Since entering the Defense market 26 years ago, the demand for Soucy’s products has grown and is now being utilized in 12 counties worldwide. Soucy’s expertise and knowledge of rubber track applications lie in compounding and track construction. The key element in exceeding the specifications of traditional Steel Tracks and meeting customer requirements is the relationship between the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and rubber heat generation, this balance is critical in the design of CRT.