VP11

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.[3]

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.[3] A paramilitary model will mount less-than-lethal weapons.[1]

References
  1. "Norinco fleshes out VP11 MRAP family". Retrieved 2017-12-11.
  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. Dylan Malyasov (2014-11-21). "United Arab Emirates To Purchase 150 VP11 4×4 MRAP". Defense blog. China. Retrieved 2017-12-12. VP11 4×4 Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle is equipped with a remote weapon station which is mounted on the rooftop of vehicle.

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