The vehicle was originally developed for the needs of the internal security forces and as a riot vehicle. Incurred vehicle RG12 proved to be very versatile and suitable for other applications, such as command vehicle, prison and security the transit vehicle, tactical rescue vehicle, paramilitary APC and reconnaissance vehicle. Production began in 1990 in the company TFM. In 1997 it was taken over by Reunert Defence OMC, it was built almost 500 vehicles. Later the company moved under the wing of the company BEA. The vehicle has many common parts and solution with the RG-31, including troubleshoot engine and propulsion of the vehicle. RG-12 has a high degree of protection, excellent flotation, mobility, versatility and especially economic operation. The vehicle according to use can be transported, the driver and the other 6 to 11 other people. The construction of the hull is welded, the window on the vehicle providing always the same ballistic protection as the hull.
TTD: Length: 5800 mm Width (without mirrors): 2300 mm Height: 2700 mm Wheelbase: 3000 mm Ceiling height: 322 mm Approach angle: 34 º Angle of departure: 34 º Weight: Useful weight: 2 000 kg Combat weight: 12 000 kg Weight without equipment: 10 000 kg Crew: 1 +11 Maximum speed : > 100 km / h Gradeability: 50% Lateral tilt: 25% The diameter of rotation : 16 m Ballistic protection: 30 ° height of 7.62 x 51 mm NATO Ball ,5,56 x 45 mm NATO Ball Engine: Mercedes Benz Model 6R106 6.3 l Maximum power: 180 kW with a maximum torque torque of 780 Nm Transmission: Allison 2500 SP 5-speed automatic Axle: Tech 4000 series Spring půleliptické leaves Rims :11.0 x 20 Tyres: Michelle R20 385 XZL
Optional equipment: - Powerful air conditioning (up to 14.3 kW) - 1 x spare wheel - hydraulically controlled blade - Roof-carrier for the reflector - A roof-rack for lighthouses - Automatic fire extinguishing systems
Version: RG-12 Mk1 – the first version with the motor ADE 366T RG-12 Mk.2 – produced from the year 2000, has been notably upgraded and adjusted auxiliary power units, management of the air conditioning system for effective climate regulation in extreme conditions, providing a central system of the tire inflation to increase mobility by making it possible to driving the tire pressure depending on the terrain, ABS, and various ergonomic modifications to ensure the comfort of the crew. RG-12 Mk.2 (MARS) - Mobile Adjustable Ramp System - mobile system with the superstructures, ramps for rescue operations and rapid air transportation - designed especially for North america. This is actually a system of two hydraulically operated ramp. RG-12 CAT - variant fitted with a Caterpillar engine. RG-12 Command Vehicle – command vehicle developed specifically for users in the Middle east. RG-12 Mk.3 RG-12 Mk.4 - is the latest version of the RG12 and features a new engine with a higher torque and power, disc brakes on all wheels for improved braking performance. Digital electrical system is designed with the aim of improving the maintenance and servicing RG12 through the use of plug-in diagnostic connection to the computer. Production of this version runs from 2008
Users: Canada - (Royal canadian mounted police, Calgary police (2), the London police) Republic of congo - (the police) Italy - (Police and Carabinieri) - Six RG-12 vehicles were delivered in September 2004, another 150 vehicles for the Carabinieri and 50 for the Police in 2005. Côte d'ivoire - (police (3) Colombia - (the police) Kuwait Jordan Malawi - (the police) Mozambique - (the police) Saudi Arabia South Africa - (south african police) Swaziland - (the police) United arab emirates - RG-12 Mk2 (Dubai police) USA - (Administration of the port of New York and New Jersey (3), Connecticut state police (1)
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