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GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe RG-31 Mk3 and Mk5 are derived from the successful RG-31 and feature a militarywiring harness, central tyre inflation and several other new features. The RG-31 is a4 x 4 mine-protected armoured vehicle, also available as an armoured personnel carrier(APC) or utility vehicle. The Mk3 has a 125 kw diesel engine and the Mk5 a 205 kwdiesel.

All variants are readily adaptable to other applications including ambulance, explosiveordnance disposal and humanitarian demining. Access is through a wide rear doorwhile roof hatches ensure emergency access and egress. Both the Mk3 and Mk5 areavailable with additional front doors. The APC variant can take a driver and up tonine crew members.

SPECIFICATIONSThe all-steel, welded armour, monocoque V-shaped hull protects the crew againstsmall arms fire and AV mine detonations. According to the manufacturer, the vehicleis blast resistant against the detonation of a double TM57 AV mine (the equivalent of14 kg TNT) under any wheel, or a single TM57 under the hull.

With a 5-speed automatic transmission, permanent 4 x 4 drive and a two-speed (highand low) transfer case the RG-31 is easy to drive, both on and off road.

VEHICLES IN USE TO DATE More than 580 RG-31 mine protected vehicles (several variants) have been sold,including to the US and Canadian armies. Through General Dynamics Land SystemsCanada, Land Systems OMC has sold 624 RG-31 Mk5E MRAP vehicles to the USMarine Corps.

MINE PROTECTED VEHICLES | RG-31 (Mk3 & Mk5)

BAE Systems, Land Systems OMC | Republic of South Africa

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ENGINE, FUEL AND OIL> The Mk3 is equipped with a Mercedes Benz diesel engine with 125 kw.

> The Mk5 is equipped with a Cummins QSB diesel engine with 205 kw.

No more information was provided by the manufacturer.

FACTORY SUPPORTNo information provided.

MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORTCommercial off-the-shelf components facilitate maintenance, repair and support.

TESTS AND EVALUATIONSNo information provided.

REPORTED LIMITATIONS AND STRENGTHS

LimitationsNo information provided.

Strengths> Protection against AP and AV mines.

> Variety of uses.

Mk5

6,000 mm | 6,600 mm

2,470 mm

2,650 mm | 2,727 mm

9,000 kg | 10,500 kg

1,200 kg | 3,700 kg

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10,200 kg | 14,200 kg

322 mm | 389 mm

Rim type 11.0 x 20, 335/80 R20 Michelin XZLor 365/80 Michelin XZL

Not given

Angle of approach: 35° | 32°

Angle of departure: 45° | 40°

105 km/h

18 m kerb to kerb

Mercedes Benz OM 366T with 125 kwCummins QSB with 205 kw

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Dual circuit pneumatic, drums front and rear

Dual circuit pneumatic disc front and rearwith ABS

5-speed automatic transmission

More than 1,200

Not given

Yes

Not given

7.62 x 51 mm NATO Ball, 5.56 x 45 NATO Ball,AP and AV mine protection / 7.62 x 39 mm APIBZ, AP and AV mine protection

N/A

On request

On request

Self driven

On request

A. DIMENSIONAL DATA

1. Length total

2. Width total

3. Height | Roof

4. Mass | Basic vehicle

5. Playload

6. Crew

7. Gross Vehicle Weight

8. Ground clearance

B. DRIVING SPECIfiCATION

9. Wheels | Drive train

10. Fording capability

11. Hill climbing ability | Side slope

12. Maximum speed

13. Turning circle diameter

C. SYSTEM SPECIfiCATION

14. Engine | Fuel | Oil

15. Fuel capacity

16. Fuel consumption

17. Range

18. Cooling system engine

19. Oil capacity

20. Hydraulic oil capacity

21. Brakes

22. Gear box

23. Vehicles of use

24. Location of use

D. COMFORT AND SECURITY

25. Air conditioning

26. Operator comfort

27. Armour

28. Remote controlled

E. COST

29. Cost of system

30. Other costs

31. Transportation

32. Availability for hire

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS RG-31 Mk3 / Mk5

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GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Dingo 2 is a light mine-proof vehicle which is based on the well-known commercialUnimog chassis by Daimler with all-wheel drive and differential lock. This conceptensures excellent mobility in any type of terrain with low-cost procurement as wellas low lifecycle costs. It can operate under any climatic conditions. A tyre inflationsystem provides high mobility and emergency tyres ensure continued mobility.Support services are provided by Daimler’s worldwide service network. The vehicleis constructed on a modular basis and therefore offers a variety of applications inthe field.

The hull is specially designed and proven to withstand the detonation of AV mines.Fragment protection is ensured through the double hull, and a belly pan inside thevehicle reduces pressure waves as well as deformations in the event of AP or AV minedetonation. Dingo 1 vehicles were involved in AV mine and IED incidents in Afghanistanand none of the crew was injured.

SPECIFICATIONSThe Dingo 2 can be used in many roles, eg personnel carrier, reconnaissance vehiclefor EOD or demining staff, or ambulance.

The crew is protected against AV and AP mines, as well as effective ballistic protec-tion up to AP small arms fire, which fulfils the STANAG requirement 4569. A widerange of options is available.

MINE PROTECTED VEHICLES | DINGO 2

Krauss Maffei Wegmann | Germany

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VEHICLES IN USE TO DATE There are 147 Dingo 1 vehicles in service with the German Army, in Afghanistan andin Kosovo. The armed forces of Belgium ordered 220 Dingo 2 vehicles in January2005. Other recent buyers of the Dingo 2 include the Austrian and German armedforces.

ENGINE, FUEL AND OILThe Dingo 2 has a 170 kw DC engine (Euro 3 Standard) with a semi-automaticgearbox. Its range is 1,000 km and fuel capacity is 260 litres.

FACTORY SUPPORTLike all KMW products, the Dingo 2 is supported by the company’s worldwide supportand maintenance network. Spare parts are available worldwide through the Daimlersales network.

MAINTENANCE SUPPORTMain components are of rugged design and commercially available worldwide.KMW is contracted for maintenance purposes in several crisis areas around the world.

TESTS AND EVALUATIONSThe German Armed Forces have fully qualified the Dingo 2.

REPORTED LIMITATIONS AND STRENGTHSNo information provided.

DINGO 2 in the field

6,800 mm

2,300 mm

2,500 mm

10,000 kg

2,500 kg

8 passengers

12,500 kg

480 mm

Permanent 4 wheel drive

1,200 mm

70° / 30°

100 km/h

DC 170 kw; 4,800 ccm

260 l

Not given

1,000 km

Not given

Not given

Not given

Not given

EPS/EAS (optional)

Not given

Afghanistan, Kosovo, Macedonia

Yes

N/A

AP + AV Mines, 7.62 x 54 AP

N/A

Upon request

Not given

Air transport C-160, C-130

Not given

A. DIMENSIONAL DATA

1. Length total

2. Width total

3. Height | Roof

4. Mass | Basic vehicle

5. Payload

6. Crew

7. Gross Vehicle Weight

8. Ground clearance

B. DRIVING SPECIfiCATION

9. Wheels | Drive train

10. Fording capability

11. Hill climbing ability | Side slope

12. Maximum speed

13. Turning circle diameter

C. SYSTEM SPECIfiCATION

14. Engine | Fuel | Oil

15. Fuel capacity

16. Fuel consumption

17. Range

18. Cooling system engine

19. Oil capacity

20. Hydraulic oil capacity

21. Brakes

22. Gear box

23. Vehicles of use

24. Location of use

D. COMFORT AND SECURITY

25. Air conditioning

26. Operator comfort

27. Armour

28. Remote controlled

E. COSTS

29. Cost of system

30. Other costs

31. Transportation

32. Availability for hire

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DINGO 2 LONG WHEELBASE

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GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe APV Toyota Landcruiser 200 series and 76 series, produced by Armoured ProjectVehicles are discreetly protected vehicles constructed to BRV1999-VR6/Stanag level 1incorporating a mine-resistant floor extending across the whole passenger compartment.The modified vehicles are based on the proven Toyota platforms and offer all-wheeldrive and differential locks if required. A run flat insert is used inside upgraded tyresalong with weight-bearing upgraded suspensions to provide high mobility and continueddriveability with deflated or damaged tyres. Upgraded brakes are offered as an optionalupgrade. This configuration ensures excellent mobility in any terrain with low-costprocurement as well as low lifecycle costs. It can operate under any climatic conditions.

The vehicle is constructed as a shielded box to derive maximum passenger protection.The inner vehicle can be configured for multiple uses and therefore offers a variety ofapplications. Performance can be further enhanced with a range of off-road and 4 x 4accessories along with the option to include HF/VHF/UHF and satellite communicationsequipment.

The hull is designed and proven to withstand the detonation of AV mines to up to Stanag4569 level 1. Fragment protection is ensured through the double hull, and a belly paninside the vehicle reduces pressure waves and deformations in the event of AP or AVmine detonation.

MINE PROTECTED VEHICLES | APV 200 AND 76 SERIES

Armoured Project Vehicles | Gibralta

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SPECIFICATIONSThe APV protected vehicles can be used in many roles, eg, personnel carrier, recon-naissance vehicle for EOD or demining staff, or ambulance.

The crew is protected against mine explosion up to Stanag 4569 level 1 ie, detonationunder belly with DM51 grenades or similar. Increased blast protection to Stanag level2a (mine detonation caused by any wheel up to 6 kg TNT) is an option. Effectiveballistic protection up to AP small arms fire, which fulfils the standard requirementof the benchmark BRV 1999 at B6 level, is part of the APV design shield.

VEHICLES IN USE TO DATE APV has more than 300 units currently in service worldwide. NATO forces operatea fleet of long-range patrol units in Afghanistan. The UN uses units in many Africanlocations and across Pakistan and Afghanistan. Units are also in service with ordnancedisposal and mine clearance projects in Afghanistan.

ENGINE, FUEL AND OILNo information provided.

FACTORY SUPPORTAPV has a dedicated after-sales manager who joined APV after 22 years of BritishArmy service specialising in mechanical and electrical vehicle engineering. APV maintainsfull factory production records and component tracking to ensure complete lifetimesupport for each vehicle. APV also offers full Toyota platform parts support alongwith sea freight options and can arrange to freight urgent items by air if necessary.APV offers full warranty on its products and armouring components.

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MAINTENANCE SUPPORTAPV Gibraltar operates a service/maintenance/warranty programme similar to that offe-red by the original (un-armoured) vehicle manufacturer ie 20,000 kms or one year on thevehicle platform. APV also offers a two-year defect/delamination warranty on the glassand a three-year anti-corrosion and anti-perforation warranty on the hardened steel.

APV works closely with reputable service partners or agents in locations where theunits are in use. APV also maintains a “flying service” team.

TESTS AND EVALUATIONSAPV units are constructed with certified glass and steel and then the complete unit isindependently tested for ballistic and blast integrity. The standards applied are the1999 BRV at VR6 level along with roof and underbody tests against 2 x DM51 handgrenades. Increased blast protection is available. More details of test data can berequested via the APV website: www.apv-gib.com.

REPORTED LIMITATIONS AND STRENGTHS

LimitationsNo information provided.

Strengths

> APV re-engineers all vehicle doors to integrate 8 mm armoured steel using a unique close-to-skin design.

> All vehicle doors are supported by upgraded hinges, upgraded door straps and include a Teflon roller or block on each door to support the additional weight while the door is closed.

> Door-locking mechanisms are rebalanced and adjusted to changes in the design.

> All door handles, which are known as critical or weak areas due to the presenceof holes in the door panels, are completely sealed from the inside using 8 mm steel to protect occupants from blast and ballistics from any angle.

> APV intends to offer protection for occupants against blast from DM 31 grenades and a wheel strike detonation from an AV mine of approximately 4 kg TNT.

> Both model series have been designed for use in harsh climates.

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Invisible armour and finished exterior

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