STOUT IFV-FS

The STOUT IFV-FS is a Western fir support armored vehicle that was in service around 1984. Its cousin was the STOUT IFV-SC.

Background and Features
Being a fighting vehicle designed for fire support, it possesses a 105 mm tank cannon, which while less potent than an actual tank turret is nonetheless capable of packing a punch. It also has lesser defensive capabilities than a tank.

History
The STOUT IFV-FS was in service since at least 1984 with various Western-aligned Private Forces operating in Africa.

Phantom Pain Incident
They would often be seen in various Armored Vehicle Units of various Private Forces operating in Africa when Diamond Dogs operated in Africa in 1984. Diamond Dogs was known to eliminate or capture these types of tanks as side-missions during this time period.

At least one STOUT IFV-FS under the employ of the Contract Forces of Africa were utilized in an armored column during a proxy war against the Soviet-backed MPLA, with Diamond Dogs being charged with neutralizing the armored column, IFVs included.

Behind the Scenes
It has multiple variants, which are more prominent in harder missions. They boast heavier armor, and a more powerful gun, powerful enough to one-shot Snake, even through splash damage. The red variant is the most powerful and sturdy, but the black variants are still just as deadly.