Oshkosh Defence delivered multi-role vehicle Sandcat to the Mexican Army 0602111

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Defense News - Mexico
 

Sunday, February 6, 2011, 7:55 AM

 
Oshkosh Defence delivered multi-role vehicle Sandcat to the Mexican Army.
 
 
According to an official source, the Mexican Ministry of Defense has bought an unspecified number of Oshkosh Sandcat Tactical Protector Vehicles.
     
According to an official source, the Mexican Ministry of Defense has bought an unspecified number of Oshkosh Sandcat Tactical Protector Vehicles.
Sandcat Oshkosh Defence of Mexican army
Link to Data Sheet and pictures Sandcat Oshkosh Defense
     

It is not yet known when these vehicles will reach operational readiness. However, given Mexico’s current public safety crisis, the Sandcats will face action anytime soon.

Although more details regarding this purchase are still unknown, we do believe that Mexican troops are in desperate need of modern armored vehicles to effectively tackle organized crime gangs. The Sandcat will therefore receive a warm welcome among soldiers.

The Sandcat of the Mexican is equipped with a small turret mounted to the top of the vehicle, armed with a 7.62 mm machine gun.