The maximum fording depth is 0.8 metres.

The fording depth is one metre.

The typical fording depth for MBTs is approximately , being limited by the height of the engine air intake and driver's position.

In most countries except the U.S., an Off-Road Pro package with center and rear differential locks, 4-ETS, two-speed transfer case with reduction gearing, and adjustable ground clearance was available as an option increasing the original fording depth from 500 mm to 600 mm.