IDV V8 and V12 Engines at Eurosatory

Rumors that IDV – a Leonardo company, formerly Iveco Defense Vehicles – was developing a new engine platform were confirmed at Eurosatory in Paris. Historically tied to FPT, the company chose this premier defense exhibition to unveil its new V8 and V12 engines, marking one of its first major moves since its acquisition by Leonardo from Iveco Group.

About V8 and V12 IDV Engines

The V12 engine has been developed for the Main Battle Tank (MBT) class of vehicles, a cornerstone of tracked combat vehicle fleets, delivering up to 1300 kW (1770 Hp) peak power and 6000 Nm maximum torque, while the V8 engine is intended for armoured combat support systems, capable of delivering up to 855 kW (1163 Hp) and 4300 Nm.

IDV’s engines are specifically conceived and engineered for the new generation of combat vehicles, addressing the extreme demands of weight, power, durability, and operational flexibility required by future battlefield scenarios. They are designed to meet the demanding requirements of heavy military vehicles, ensuring both efficiency and versatility across a wide range of mission profiles and operating conditions.

They feature high alloy steel crankshafts to guarantee durability and strength under extreme loads, combined with fully electronic control systems that optimize performance, reliability, and adaptability in the field. Their design integrates advanced solutions such as a dual temperature cooling system for maximum power density, dry oil sump architecture for compact packaging, and turbochargers ensuring high responsiveness in all operating conditions.

In addition, they are developed for drive by wire applications with IDV’s proprietary control system (full powerpack), offering different operating modes — Boost for peak performance, Continuous, Eco, and APU for maximum electrical power generation — while ensuring high reliability, extended service life, and a time between overhauls (TBO) exceeding 2500 hours.