The M10 is designed to provide direct fire support to infantry units and is not classified as a main battle tank. It is similar in weight to the Bradley Fighting Vehicle but is equipped with a larger main weapon.
The vehicle features a M35 105mm low-recoil tank gun, along with a 12.7mm M2 heavy machine gun and a 7.62mm coaxial machine gun. Its 800-horsepower diesel engine enables speeds of up to 40 miles per hour, and it uses a hydraulic suspension system tested in previous vehicle trials at YPG.
Testing includes firing trials, performance assessments, and environmental evaluations, such as operations in extreme temperatures. Vehicles are being driven over rugged terrain, steep inclines, and water obstacles to assess durability and operational capability.
The YPG test team, including personnel from the Arctic Regions Test Center (ARTC) in Alaska, has undergone familiarisation training on the platform. Cold-weather testing is being conducted at Fort Greely, Alaska, to evaluate performance in sub-zero conditions.
Data from these trials will support a full-rate production decision, expected in 2025. The M10 Booker represents a new platform for the Army, incorporating modern capabilities to improve infantry support and rapid deployment.
