VP11

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The VP11 is a family of mine-protected patrol vehicles, produced by China North Industries (Norinco). [1]

The family of vehicles were first introduced at a trade show in Zhuhai, China, in November 2014. [2] The United Arab Emirates indicated interest in placing an order for 150 vehicles at that trade show.[ citation needed ]

The four-wheeled vehicles are designed with a one-piece armored V-shaped bottom, so that the explosive force of enemy mines will be directed outwards, away from the vehicle's occupants. [2] One model of the family is designed to serve as an armored personnel carrier, carrying seven soldiers, in addition to the vehicle's driver and commander/gunner. Its roof will mount a remote controlled weapon system, capable of controlling an automatic grenade launcher or machine gun.[ citation needed ] A paramilitary model will mount less-than-lethal weapons. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Norinco fleshes out VP11 MRAP family" . Retrieved 2017-12-11.
  2. 1 2 "United Arab Emirates ordered 150 VP11 4x4 MRAP vehicles to Chinese Defense Company NORINCO 1911141". Army recognition . 2014-11-19. Retrieved 2017-12-12. The VP11 MRAP was unveiled for the first time to the public during the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition 2014 (AirShow China) which was held in Zhuhai (China) from the 11 to 16 November 2014.
  3. ↑ Martin, Guy (2024-08-07). "Ivory Coast parades new weaponry". defenceWeb. Retrieved 2024-08-11.
  4. ↑ Africa, Military (30 March 2023). "Mali receives Norinco VP11 MRAP and Lynx CS/VP11 ATV". Military Africa. Retrieved 27 July 2024.

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