Tuesday, December 02, 2008

AMPV

IOC: 2011

Also Known As
Armoured Multi Purpose Vehicle

Origin
Germany

Program Status:
Under Development

Contractor/s
Krauss-Maffei Wegmann
Rheinmetall Defence

Description: The Armored Multi Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) is a 4x4 vehicle family in the 5 to 9 ton weight class developed by KMW and Rheinmetall to meet the German Army/Bundeswehr requirements for protected vehicles, known as GFF program. AMPV will offer protection against ballistic threats using add-on armor modules, Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), and landmines. The first prototype is expected to roll-off in 2009 and serial deliveries are planned for 2011 onwards.

Two versions of the vehicle will be developed: AMPV-1 lighter protected vehicle intended for liaison duties and AMPV-2 heavier protected vehicle with greater payload capacity. The patrol version of both vehicles will be provided with an unprotected floor in the rear section. A version airlifted by CH-53 helicopter may be developed in the basis of AMPV-1. The power train for the AMPVs will be a 3.2-liter diesel engine developing around 200 kW. These vehicles will feature outstanding mobility, modularity and enhanced protection technology.

Specifications
Weights: Max Weight 9 t

Power: Power 200 kW

Other: Wheel Drive 4, Wheels 4

News
KMW and Rheinmetall to Develop New Armored Multi Purpose Vehicle

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Notes
(*) lead contractor
IOC: Initial Operating Capability
FOC: Full Operating Capability
CEP: Circular Error Probable
Comm: Commissioning Date
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