Avner - the armored vehicle of the new generation
The small American company MDT Armor Corporation, which is located in Alabama, is a part of Aerotech corporation. It presented a sample of the first Avner Light Protected Vehicle armored vehicle developed by it. This was reported in the magazine "Jane's International Defense Review". An article by Christopher Foss entitled "Avner LPV breaks cover" states that this armored vehicle was developed with the participation of Textron. Avner is a continuation of the Tiger armored vehicle, which has been tested since 2009. In addition, the manufacturing company is also known for the development and production of David light armored vehicles, which are supplied to the Israeli army.
The Avner Light Protected Vehicle armored vehicle uses the Dodge RAM 5500HD 4x4 pickup chassis as a platform, a heavy commercial platform that is one of the best in its category. In addition, it also has a powerful Cummins Turbo engine in a liter 6,7 with water cooling, turbocharging and horsepower 400.
And the presence of a six-speed automatic transmission AISIN® in combination with a unique transmission allows the machine to easily handle the load up to 2,7 tons. The total combat weight of the armored vehicle reaches 8845 kg.
The internal space is quite extensive, allows you to freely accommodate from three to eleven people who are in full combat readiness.
The presence of five doors and comfortable seat mounting allow you to assemble them, depending on the situation of three, six or eight in a row.
The hatch is a standard round hole, convenient for mounting various types. weapons and equipment.
In the development of the car were also taken into account the possibility of adding additional layers of armor. They are removable, allowing you to easily replace them. Increased strength and glass.
The Avner armored vehicle is equipped with a Samson 24-hour remote turret with an automatic grenade launcher caliber 40 mm, combined with a machine gun caliber 7,62 mm.
In general, this machine has great advantages in power, interior space, protection and cost. This is one of the cheapest armored vehicles being developed by American companies as an alternative to the Pentagon’s JLTV program, which is threatened with closure. The use of a commercial chassis significantly reduces initial costs, as well as the cost of spare parts and maintenance. A unique body design makes it easy to reinstall it on a new platform.
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