Armored Personnel Carriers & Infantry Fighting Vehicles

[Akim]

New Ukrainian-made 4x4 APC Dozor-B gives strong confidence of protection.

Representatives of Ukrainian Armed Forces highly valued the first production sample of the new armored personnel carrier "Dozor-B", introduced by UKROBORONPROM specialists. Combatants called "Dozor-B" "An innovative model, which gives strong confidence in protection".

New Ukrainian Dozor-B 4x4 armoured personnel carrier
Executive officer of the tank battalion, Serhiy Korsun, highly estimated the fact that the carrier is equipped with thermal imagers, has high indexes of power and can easily travel cross-country. "Dozor-B" reaches the speed of 120 km per hour and has a highway operating range of 700 km. The vehicle can overcome half-meter-high obstacles and its maximum roll angle is 24áµ’. "Dozor-B" withstands the hits of armor-piercing bullets from the distance of 30 meters and 150- mm projectile wreckages, blasted within 50 meters. The hull of the armored personnel carrier has the Kevlar splinter-proof protection, to keep people inside the vehicle safe. "Dozor-B" is armed with a remote controlled 12.7mm machine-gun mount, camera, thermal imagery camera with laser range-finder and a NSBT-12.7 machine gun. "Dozor-B" can hit enemy troops and lightly armored vehicles, as well as successfully fire the air targets In 2015 UKROBORONPROM is planning to produce up to 50 samples of this type of armored personnel carrier.

New Ukrainian-made 4x4 APC Dozor-B gives strong confidence of protection | February 2015 Global Defense Security news UK | Defense Security global news industry army 2015

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[Akim]

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New APC rides through the narrow streets of the Lvov.

 

[cobra commando]

The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) Life Cycle Management Command (LCMC) has awarded Oshkosh Defense, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation company, a $6.7 billion firm fixed price production contract to manufacture the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV). The JLTV program fills a critical capability gap for the U.S. Army and Marine Corps by replacing a large portion of the legacy HMMWV fleet with a light tactical vehicle with far superior protection and off-road mobility. During the contract, which includes both Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and Full Rate Production (FRP), Oshkosh expects to deliver approximately 17,000 vehicles and sustainment services.

“Following a rigorous, disciplined JLTV competition, the U.S. Army and Marine Corps are giving our nation’s Warfighters the world’s most capable light vehicle – the Oshkosh JLTV,” said Charles L. Szews, Oshkosh Corporation chief executive officer. “Oshkosh is honored to be selected for the JLTV production contract, which builds upon our 90-year history of producing tactical wheeled vehicles for U.S. military operations at home and abroad. We are fully prepared to build a fleet of exceptional JLTVs to serve our troops in future missions.” The JLTV program provides protected, sustained and networked light tactical mobility for American troops across the full spectrum of military operations and missions anywhere in the world. The JLTV production contract awarded to Oshkosh includes a base contract award and eight option years covering three years of LRIP and five years of FRP.


Read more:
Oshkosh L-ATV Tactical Vehicle Selected to Replace U.S. Army & Marine Corps HMMWV Fleet

 

[Akim]

BTR-82A in Syria

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[cobra commando]

Ukrainian 'Varan' 8x8 APC Prototype.

@Akim

 

[Akim]

Ukrainian 'Varan' 8x8 APC Prototype.

It is a deep modernization of BTR-70. A new armored car "Triton"

Now, the exhibition "Arms and Security 2015". There are a lot of new models.

 

[Akim]

Ukraine gears up for introduction of new 6×6 Arbalet wheeled-armored vehicle
Ukraine gears up for introduction of new 6×6 Arbalet wheeled-armored vehicle. The vehicle developed by Leninska Kuznya Plant Joint Stock Co in Ukraine, reported Defence blog. Arbalet, the first 6×6 tactical wheeled-armored vehicle of Ukraine, is capable of traveling on any grounds with its independent suspension. In addition to its double-trunk protection, its “V”-shaped trunk provides maximum protection against mine explosions. The Arbalet equipped with Volvo diesel 320 hp, automatic transmission Allison, powerful torsion bar suspension. The platform offers great flexibility in adopting any protection solutions, weapon configurations and vehicular customisation.
http://defence-blog.com/army/ukrain...-new-6x6-arbalet-wheeled-armored-vehicle.html

 

[manindra]

Tata Motors appears serious about its defence business and it recently gave us the opportunity to sample the Kestrel, an 8×8 wheeled armoured amphibious fighting vehicle which could soon be providing protected mobility and firepower to our troops.

Military armoured vehicles first made their appearance at the beginning of the twentieth century and were used extensively in both WWI and WWII. With tanks becoming more common and lighter versions also emerging subsequently, armoured vehicles became less important for armies in many countries. But the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan completely changed that. It’s in these countries that the US and multinational forces rediscovered the value of 8×8 APCs (Armoured Personnel Carrier) in rural and urban battles. Due to their speed and varying protection levels, there is now quite a demand for 8×8 vehicles. They not only move troops, but are also built with a modular architecture that enables them to be altered to suit a particular mission.association with the Indian Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) which has funded the development cost. The Kestrel weighs 22.5 to 26 tonnes depending on the configuration and it’s powered by a Tata Cummins diesel engine that makes 600bhp (608PS). Tata refuse to share the torque figures but claim it’s quite high. The Kestrel can carry up to 10 soldiers and a crew of two. Seats for the troops are equipped with an energy attenuating mechanism that shields them from the effect of blasts. The seats actually move and absorb the impact of the initial blast as well as the secondary slam down of the vehicle, reducing the severity of injuries to the spine and brain. In the style of the Russian army, the seating for soldiers is back to back, allowing them to use the 4 gun ports on each side.

The independent, hydropneumatic, long travel suspension gives the Kestrel good all-terrain ability

The four-wheel steering on the front two axles lends agility and a short turning radius of 19 metres

The Kestrel has four-wheel steering on the front two axles and a relatively short turning radius of 19 metres. The double wish bone type independent hydro pneumatic suspension, along with the impressive wheel travel, provides excellent all terrain mobility and a fairly comfortable ride. Yes, though we did not get to drive the Kestrel, we did get a ride in it and found the ride comfort, acceleration, braking and overall performance to be quite impressive. All the eight tyres have run flat capability with central inflation (CTIS) as standard. The amphibious propulsion employs rear mounted twin waterjets that do not require any preparation before entering water. Only the Anti-Surge Vane is raised to ensure water flows over the roof. The Kestrel can achieve 100kmph on land and 10kmph in water.

In combat mode, the driver uses multiple cameras to steer the Kestrel

Under water, the driver’s eyes are the three periscopes

The architecture of the Kestrel is modular with interchangeable snap-in modules. This means it’s easy to customize and can be configured to play the role of a CBRN (equipped with chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear protection) reconnaissance (recce) vehicle. It can also be configured to be an APC, ambulance, missile carrier, or a command post, a field headquarters used by the commander of a military unit. The Kestrel can be a support vehicle for engineers working in the field and given the times we live in, it will surely be used for anti-insurgency and anti- terrorist operations.

The monocoque of the Kestrel comprises of a welded armour steel hull with applique and inner composite spall liner and depending on the configuration, it can withstand threat levels ranging from Stanag I to Stanag IV. Stanag standards are a NATO standardisation agreement covering the standards for ‘Protection Levels for Occupants of Logistic and Light Armoured Vehicles’. Stanag I dictates that the vehicle should be able to withstand hand grenades, unexploded artillery fragmenting submunitions, and other small anti personnel explosive devices detonated under the vehicle. Stanag IV states, among other parameters, that the vehicle should be able to withstand a blast of a 10kg mine under either each tyre or under the vehicle. Interestingly, the protection modules of the Kestrel can be replaced in the field, increasing or decreasing protection levels as per the mission requirements. The belly has a blast guard that can provide up to Stanag III level protection.

As its modular, the Kestrel can accommodate different variety of weapon stations and a one man or two man turret (for all calibres) depending on its application requirements. It can be armed with a 30mm remotely operated cannon, a single 7.62mm co-axial MMG (medium machine gun) and an automatic grenade launcher. In addition, it’s capable of being fitted with a Javelin anti-tank missile station with two fire and forget missiles.

 

[manindra]

The Kestrel doesn’t just have firepower, it also has some smart stealth technology. This makes the Kestrel less visible to radar, infrared, sonar and other detection methods. Tata engineers have tried to create a bit of mechanical military camouflage by managing and limiting the engine and vehicle sound, heat and thermal footprint, EMI or Electromagnetic Interference and EMC or Electromagnetic Compatibility. To reduce the thermal footprint, the exhaust gases are passed through water to ensure they are cool when released in the atmosphere.

With all-terrain ability and a powerful engine, the Kestrel can cross a trench of up to 2 metres width and vertical obstacles as high as 0.7 metres! It also has an on-board winch to enhance off-road ability. In combat mode, the driver shuts his hatch and utilises multiple cameras with day and night vision to steer the Kestrel. When in water, he also has three periscopes to aid him. The engine is mounted on the left in the front for better ergonomics and optimum space utilisation. The driver and commander have their own roof hatches while the rear compartment for soldiers is accessible through a rear door and roof hatches. The Kestrel is 7.8 metres long, 2.95 metres wide and 2.28 metres tall. It uses a GPS system for navigation and can be fitted with UHF, VHF or HF wireless systems for communications.

As I write this, the Kestrel is undergoing trails and tests with the Indian army, for its amphibious mobility and manoeuvrability on mud, slush, deep waters, and over steps and across trenches. Ballistic testing for its ability to withstand attacks will also be done and it’s likely that the Kestrel will be commissioned for field operations in the future. But in the meanwhile, I earnestly request Tata to please loan me one, even if it’s for just a few days. I have a war to wage with the innumerable trucks, taxis, buses, and all sorts of other vehicles that are driven so rashly on our roads. I would love to blast these buggers to the back of beyond. Yes, the modular Kestrel should also be configured for strict traffic policing and given to us. Load. Aim. Fire.

The original Kestrel

Tata’s armoured personnel carrier is named after a small falcon – the Kestrel. In India you can easily see it in the Little Rann of Kutch and also in grasslands and open country with short vegetation and few trees. Though it’s small in size, it packs the fierce force of a predator into its small body.
The Kestrel hunts in quite a typical manner. It hovers around 10 to 20 metres above the ground facing into the wind, flapping and adjusting its long tail to stay in place and when the time is right, it dives down on its prey, usually small mammals, lizards or large insects. Kestrels can also fly in stationary air, even indoors in barns. They are elegantly buoyant in flight and sometimes even catch their victim on the wing, like much bigger raptors. They are known to conserve energy in a hunt and pick their positions. Once committed to an attack, they usually follow through to the end. And though they have small feet, they are the strongest amongst creatures of their size.

http://overdrive.in/features/the-tata-kestrel-personnel-carrier/

 

[Akim]

Ukroboronprom BARS-8 at Defense & Security 2015 Thailand

http://www.armyrecognition.com/defe...bar-8_4x4_multipurpose_armoured_10211153.html

 

[aliyah]

seen many kestrel type of vehicles going 20ft up in air in naxal areas.......hope it keep army safe

 

[Bahamut]

Can any one translates these.

 

[Akim]

BTR-4
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Spoiler

 

[pmaitra]

Can any one translates these.
View attachment 6477

Technical Characteristics
Combat Mass: 14 tons (I assume metric tons, but not sure)
Combat Capacity: 3 crew + 5 passengers
Max Speed (highway): 70 kmph
Max Speed (floating): 10 kmph
Range: 500 km
Main Gun: 100 mm
Automatic Gun: 30 mm
LMG (PK): 7.62 mm

 

[Bahamut]

Technical Characteristics
Combat Mass: 14 tons (I assume metric tons, but not sure)
Combat Capacity: 3 crew + 5 passengers
Max Speed (highway): 70 kmph
Max Speed (floating): 10 kmph
Range: 500 km
Main Gun: 100 mm
Automatic Gun: 30 mm
LMG (PK): 7.62 mm

Thanks..............................:biggrin2::biggrin2::biggrin2:

 

[cobra commando]

Inside the amphibious vehicles that won the Marines' $225M contracts

 

[syncro]

The BAE vehicle is a licensed scaled up version of italian Iveco SuperAV 8x8, with the classic Iveco H-drive system e powerpack and with the italian armor in nanoceramics and nanomaterials replaced with other produced by BAE subsidiary Qinetic.

There are 144 SuperAV 8x8 in order for Italian amphibious forces.

 

[syncro]

Bad design in the Kestrel, the driver is sit just over the first wheel... in Afghanistan vehicles with that type of configuration take alot of casualties (especially the spanish) if a mine or a IED esplode under the wheel or a sideroad charge detonated, the driver is killed (either by blast or g acceleration) and the vehicle immobilized and at mercy of the enemy.

Need long nose and the driver position rearward as possible respect to the first axis of wheels.

 

[Akim]

Bad design in the Kestrel, the driver is sit just over the first wheel... in Afghanistan vehicles with that type of configuration take alot of casualties (especially the spanish) if a mine or a IED esplode under the wheel or a sideroad charge detonated, the driver is killed (either by blast or g acceleration) and the vehicle immobilized and at mercy of the enemy.

Need long nose and the driver position rearward as possible respect to the first axis of wheels.

Spanish APC had no good antimine protection. In addition, this type is not designed for guerrilla warfare. Kestrel- army APCs. Its task is not patrolling and prompt delivery personnel. It will take a medium level APC - the most common class in the army. Can be Indians develop light and heavy armored personnel carriers, too.

 

[Harinath]

The Kestrel doesn’t just have firepower, it also has some smart stealth technology. This makes the Kestrel less visible to radar, infrared, sonar and other detection methods. Tata engineers have tried to create a bit of mechanical military camouflage by managing and limiting the engine and vehicle sound, heat and thermal footprint, EMI or Electromagnetic Interference and EMC or Electromagnetic Compatibility. To reduce the thermal footprint, the exhaust gases are passed through water to ensure they are cool when released in the atmosphere.

With all-terrain ability and a powerful engine, the Kestrel can cross a trench of up to 2 metres width and vertical obstacles as high as 0.7 metres! It also has an on-board winch to enhance off-road ability. In combat mode, the driver shuts his hatch and utilises multiple cameras with day and night vision to steer the Kestrel. When in water, he also has three periscopes to aid him. The engine is mounted on the left in the front for better ergonomics and optimum space utilisation. The driver and commander have their own roof hatches while the rear compartment for soldiers is accessible through a rear door and roof hatches. The Kestrel is 7.8 metres long, 2.95 metres wide and 2.28 metres tall. It uses a GPS system for navigation and can be fitted with UHF, VHF or HF wireless systems for communications.

As I write this, the Kestrel is undergoing trails and tests with the Indian army, for its amphibious mobility and manoeuvrability on mud, slush, deep waters, and over steps and across trenches. Ballistic testing for its ability to withstand attacks will also be done and it’s likely that the Kestrel will be commissioned for field operations in the future. But in the meanwhile, I earnestly request Tata to please loan me one, even if it’s for just a few days. I have a war to wage with the innumerable trucks, taxis, buses, and all sorts of other vehicles that are driven so rashly on our roads. I would love to blast these buggers to the back of beyond. Yes, the modular Kestrel should also be configured for strict traffic policing and given to us. Load. Aim. Fire.

The original Kestrel

Tata’s armoured personnel carrier is named after a small falcon – the Kestrel. In India you can easily see it in the Little Rann of Kutch and also in grasslands and open country with short vegetation and few trees. Though it’s small in size, it packs the fierce force of a predator into its small body.
The Kestrel hunts in quite a typical manner. It hovers around 10 to 20 metres above the ground facing into the wind, flapping and adjusting its long tail to stay in place and when the time is right, it dives down on its prey, usually small mammals, lizards or large insects. Kestrels can also fly in stationary air, even indoors in barns. They are elegantly buoyant in flight and sometimes even catch their victim on the wing, like much bigger raptors. They are known to conserve energy in a hunt and pick their positions. Once committed to an attack, they usually follow through to the end. And though they have small feet, they are the strongest amongst creatures of their size.

http://overdrive.in/features/the-tata-kestrel-personnel-carrier/

I dont understand why kestrel's fit and finish so poor...
front part looks very messy, when compared to other carriers, look at that head lights, those welding joints are very clearly visible, in first pic left of kestrel, above its wheels it with lots of dents as if thin sheet of tin has been fitted. Looks do really matter, at least for me and going commercial. When we look at other vehicles of same class we do not find such. It should not look like some old used made-out-of-scrap-vehicle. And I also do not understand why there no good presentation about Kestrel's features and usages. like in below video



I hope I did not hurt anyone for being factual in my opinion.