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