Protection

It is not possible to compare test protocols with different threats. Every threat is unique for each armor material. We develop a test protocol that represents the current threat and then design armor elements and a complete integrated vehicle to meet that protocol.

Current Threats

• Improvised Explosive Device (IED) sprays steel fragments at high concentrations and very high velocity (many times faster than a typical 7.62).
• Fully automatic assault rifle for multiple hits in close proximity to each other (AK-47).
• Compound attacks such as IED followed by armor piercing rounds.
• More prevalent armor piercing ammunition with hardened steel cores.

Ammunition

• 5.56 mm is more lethal against steel armor because of the energy per unit area.
• 7.62 x 39 mm PS Ball is more lethal against composite armor because of the mild steel core.
• 7.62 mm M80 Ball is more lethal against ballistic glass because of the total energy.

Vehicle Integration & Security Features

A totally integrated system is designed to resist IED blast followed by assault rifle using armor-piercing rounds.

• A new high performance steel laminate was developed for AP and fragmentation threats, offering a significant weight reduction when compared to traditional armor (-30%).
• Steel components welded together prior to heat treatment.
• Structural integrity at welds.
• Large, continuous steel sections provide better blast structure.
• Interlocking door overlaps for better protection against bullets at angles, and blast structure to prevent fragments from entering passenger cell.
• Deadbolt locks to prevent door opening during blast.
• Advanced adhesives for windows to prevent ejection after blast
• Total system allows for IED blast threats followed by common assault rifle fire.
• The entire vehicle chassis is upgraded to endure extreme operating conditions with special heavy-duty suspension, brakes and running gear to ensure balance between protection and ability to "escape".