The RG 33 HAGA (Heavily Armored Ground Ambulance) is a variant of our RG33 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle. In Iraq and Afghanistan, improvised explosive devices pose a significant threat to the movement of ground troops, and the US Army urgently required the ambulances to deliver medical care safely and efficiently. The RG33 HAGA is designed and manufactured by the International Defense Company BAE Systems.The primary mission of the HAGA vehicle is medical evacuation. The RG33 HAGA ambulances increased capacity from two to as many as six patients and the design includes a patented, reconfigurable system that can transport three casualties on stretchers or be converted to provide seating for six. It also has a step that transforms into a ramp for easy casualty loading – in the past it had been cumbersome and dangerous to load patients over the rear steps of the ambulances. The HAGA is designed to operate in the various weather and terrain conditions where joint forces deploy. BAE Systems awarded a contract for an initial 16 ambulances. BAE Systems was selected to be the sole supplier of MRAP ambulances for the US Army. Recent Army projections indicate a potential requirement of 1,742 ambulances, and the HAGA technology could also be transferred to other military and commercial ambulance systems. |
Armament |
The basic version of the RG33 HAGA is not armed, but the vehicle 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.
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Design and protection |
The RG33 Series 6x6 features a state-of-the art v-shaped hull that provides superior blast protection against symmetrical, asymmetrical and unconventional explosive hazards. RG33L features additional systems to enhance survivability, such as modular add on armor kit provisions, TRAPP transparent armor that provides excellent visibility and situational awareness, and run-flat tires. RG33L is available with base protection against medium machine gun or small arms fire and mine blast protection at a level equal to or exceeding any fielded mine protected vehicle - and the platform is designed with a power train equipped to handle upgrades and enhancements.
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Mobility |
The RG-33 HAGA uses a 6x6 chassis. The RG33L 6x6 is motorised with a Cummins 400 I6 Diesel engine coupled to an Allison 3200 transmission.
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Accessories |
The RG33 Ambulance has room for two litter patients, and two ambulatory patients. The upper litter station lowers and slides out to the center of the vehicle for easier patient loading. It is then pushed back, and raised to the transport position. The lower litter station also slides out for easier patient loading, and is then pushed back to the transport position. The vehicle also features a state-of-the-art patient data monitoring system. The Automated Patient Record Processing System (APRPS) can monitor multiple patients and interfaces with the Theater Medical Information Program (TMIP) software suite. It allows care givers to focus on the casualty while providing a nearly "hands free" environment for electronically capturing encounter data during treatment and evacuation. The enhanced Graphic User Interface and associated automation not only allow for better capture of patient data from the point of injury, but also allows remote monitoring of physiological data and automated inventory control.
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Specifications |
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Armament
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Basic version no armament, but a 7,62mm or 12,7 mm can be installed on the roof vehicle.
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Country users
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United States
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Designer Company
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BAE Systems
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Accessories
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Add-on armour, gunner protection, hydraulic rear ramp,night vision equipment, Automated Patient Record Processing System, Theater Medical Information Program
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Crew
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2 + 6 wounded soldiers or 2 litter
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Armor
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Protection against small arms firing and shell splinters, monocoque v-hull.
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Weight
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26,308 kg
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Speed
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110 km/h maximum speed on road
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Range
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483 km a a a
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Dimensions
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Lenght, 8,58 m; Width, 2,44 m; Height, 3,45 m
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