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Cobra 4x4 APC Streit Group
Cobra 4x4 APC Streit Group
Light 4x4 armored personnel carrier (APC) - UAE
Description
The Cobra is a 4x4 armored personnel carrier (APC) designed and manufactured by Streit Group. It is based on the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 series and features a combination of ballistic steel monocoque body, mild steel inner floor, and under-body blast protection. This APC can be utilized by modern armed forces in diverse battlefield scenarios, as well as by law enforcement agencies when agility and protection are crucial.
Configured as a standard armored personnel carrier, the Cobra can accommodate a maximum of 9 people, including the driver and commander. The modular design of the Cobra facilitates swift movement and easy handling. Its 4x4 off-road performance is noteworthy, with independent suspension and differential locking capabilities that make it suitable for traversing challenging terrains.
Developed by the Streit Group, the Cobra APC aims to provide essential capabilities such as high mobility, combat effectiveness, and improved survivability within a single platform. Additionally, the APC is designed for transport by military aircraft such as the C-130 or equivalent.
Cobra 4x4 APC variants:
- The Streit Group Cobra 4x4 APC light armored vehicle can be configured to be used for a wide range of missions, with either 3 or 5 doors.
- Cobra 4x4 APC VBAS: Vehicle Borne Assault System
Technical Data
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The Streit Group Cobra 4x4 APC can be fitted with an open-top turret mounted at the center of the vehicle's roof. This turret can be fortified with armor plates and bullet-proof windows, accommodating a machine gun with a caliber of up to 12.7mm or a 40mm automatic grenade launcher. The turret design ensures a 360° view for the gunner and provides comprehensive protection against enemy fire from all directions. Upon request, the Cobra 4x4 APC can be outfitted with a light remotely controlled weapon station (RCWS), enhancing the gunner's observational and engagement capabilities while maintaining protection.
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The Cobra 4x4 APC adheres to a conventional layout, placing the engine compartment at the front, the crew in the middle, and the troop's area at the rear, with an interior volume of 5.7 m³. The monocoque body is designed for optimal ballistic resistance and underbody blast protection, providing defense against small arms fire and shell splinters. Constructed from ballistic steel with a maximum thickness of 6.5mm, the vehicle body includes a 3.7mm mild steel inner floor and a 6mm mild steel underbody for protection against mine blasts.
As an option, the Cobra 4x4 APC can be equipped with additional ceramic and composite add-on armor plates. Positioned in front of the commander and driver is a sizable bulletproof window, with doors on each side, each featuring a bulletproof window. The vehicle is customizable with either 3 or 5 doors. The rear section of the vehicle is designed to accommodate four soldiers, who enter and exit through a large rear door that opens to the right. Additionally, two escape hatches are available on the top of the troop's compartment. |
| Mobility |
| The Streit Group Cobra 4x4 APC can be motorized by a 4.5 L V8 diesel engine developing 216 hp, or a 5.7L V8 petrol engine generating 381 hp. The engine can be coupled with either a 6-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission or a 5-speed manual transmission. The Cobra 4x4 has a cruising range of 800 km, a ground clearance of 510 mm, and a payload capacity of 1.000 kg. The off-road performance of the Cobra 4x4 is noteworthy, featuring independent suspension and differential locking for effective traversal of demanding terrains, allowing the vehicle to handle slopes up to 46%, and water obstacles with a depth of 0.7 m. |
| Combat Equipment |
| The Streit Group Cobra 4x4 APC is adaptable to different mission needs through a wide array of optional electrical and weapons equipment. Potential additions for the Cobra APC include features such as an air conditioning system, a central tire-pressure regulating system, video surveillance and monitoring systems, GPS navigation system, public address and siren system, UHF/VHF communication equipment, LED police light bar, auxiliary A/C systems, 12/24V conversion systems, and blackout lighting compliant with NATO STANAG 4381. |
Specifications
| Armament | Armor |
| Machine gun 7.62 or 12.7 mm caliber, automatic grenade launcher | Floor: mine blast protection Crew Compartment: CEN Level 6 |
| Country users | Weight |
| UAE, Ukraine | 4,630 kg |
| Designer Country | Speed |
| UAE / Canada Streit Group | ? km/h |
| Combat Equipment | Range |
| Video surveillance, monitoring system, radio communication equipment, intercom, LED light bar, electronic winch, auxiliary A/C system, 12/24 volt conversion system | 800 km |
| Crew | Dimensions |
| 2 + 7 infantrymen | Length: 4.63 m; Width: 1.97 m; Height: 2.13 m |
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