The
RG33 4x4 MRAP is a mine-resistant light armored
vehicle designed and manufactured by BAE Systems
Land Systems South Africa a South African subsidiary
of BAE Systems. There are two basic variants, the
standard RG-33 has four wheels and weighs 14 tons
while the extended RG-33L variant has six wheels,
can carry twice as many people in the back, and
weighs 24 tons. The RG33 is one of the latest familiy
of mine protected vehicles that offers more volume
under armor than any other mine protected vehicle
and incorporates the latest designs in protecting
against improvised explosive devices (IEDs). The
RG33 series provides flexibility by being configurable
for missions such as infantry carrier, ambulance,
command and control, convoy escort, explosive ordnance
disposal and other roles and is recoverable by another
RG33. The vehicle features on-board exportable power
for a range of mission equipment such as command,
control, communications, computers and information
(C4I). The highly survivable RG33 is in production
in the U.S. for the U.S. Marine Corps Mine Resistant
Ambush-Protected vehicle program.
Variants
: RG33:
4x4 chassis RG33L
: 6x6 chassis RG33
HAGA: ambulance armoured vehicle RG33
USSOCOM: US Special Operations Command
variant RG33
MRRMV: Mine Resistant Recovery and
Maintenance Vehicle RG33
AUV: Armoured Utility Vehicle RG33
C2V: Command and Control Vehicle RG33
MRAP II: with an enhanced blast resistant
underbody designed to protect the crew from mine
blasts, fragmentary and direct fire weapons.
The
RG33 can be fitted with a remote controlled
weapon station armed with weapons up to
12.7 mm calibre or a 40 mm calibre automatic
grenade launcher.
Protection
The
highly survivable RG33 incorporates a monocoque
V-shaped hull design that leverages knowledge
gained in recent and ongoing conflicts.
The RG33 vehicle series is designed to address
demanding requirements based on today’s
threats by delivering enhanced blast protection
and survivability to the crew inside. RG33
vehicles may be equipped with tailorable
armor packages, as well. Advanced crew and
passenger survivability is obtained through
blast-resistant seating technology, transparent
armor and unique reconfigurable interior
stations. The four-door layout, large modular
interior, high-mobility chassis and extensive
equipment options make the RG33 the ideal
blast-protected platform for the full spectrum
of operations currently performed by troop
transport vehicles.
Propulsion
The
RG-33 uses a Unimog 4x4 chassis. The RG33
is motorised with a Cummins 400 I6 Diesel
engine coupled to an Allison 3200 transmission.
Accessories
The
RG33 family can be airlifted suing C-130-sized
aircraft. Its standard equipment includes
hydraulic ramp, a gunner's protection kit,
a robotic arm, on-board exportable power
supply for C4I systems, survivability gear,
mine protected seating, air conditioning,
and dedicated space for equipment stowage.
The standard equipment of thee RG33 includes
seats and footrests suspended from the ceiling,
run-flat tires, and an optional armored
glass turret, for maximized visibility and
protection. Troop-friendly features include
large ballistic windows for excellent situational
awareness and multiple access points for
the rapid entry and exit of the crew.
Specifications
Armament
Basic
version no armament, but
a 7,62mm or 12,7 mm can
be installed on the roof
vehicle.
Country
users
United
States
Designer
Company
BAE
Systems
Accessories
Add-on
armour, gunner protection,
hydraulic rear ramp,night
vision equipment, CCD camera,
central tire inflation system
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