Mbombe 6x6(AFV): Paramount Group's high-mobility armoured infantry vehicle

Mbombe 6x6 is an armoured fighting vehicle developed by the paramount group of south africa, and here below is the complete specification of the vehicle.

Manufacturer : Paramount Group

Crew : 2+1+8

Dimensions:(LXWXH) 7.71m X 2.5m X 2.3m

Wheel Base 2,550mm (front) 2,280mm (rear)

Ground Clearance 430mm

Weights:  Kerb Weight 16,000kg Combat Weight - GVM: 27,000kg

Engines: Type , 1600Nm Turbo Diesel

Power Output: 336kW,

Transmission : 6-Speed automatic

Performance:

Max Speed-Road: 100km/h (tyre dependent)

Road Range: 700km

Mbombe is the first vehicle of its kind to offer all-round protection against rocket propelled grenade attacks, improvised explosive devices  and anti-tank mines.

These 6x6 AFV can be optionally fitted with central tyre inflation system , run flat inserts , ABS brakes, BC overpressure system, auxiliary power unit, radios, intercom systems, add-on armour kits in active and passive mode and battlefield management systems .

More details can be found at here on the offical page of Mbombe.

Watch the Mbome Unveiling ar AAD 2010.

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