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At DVD 2009, the British Company Creation UK Limited, present a new light multi-platform wheeled armoured vehicle. The all - British SRV ( Specific requirements Vehicle) PLUVP (Protected Light Utility Vehicle Platform) offers a range of body options to deliver opertaional performance in urban and off-road situations. The vehicle has been designed to meet worldwide deployment criteria - A1-C1 operating and A1-C2 for storage. The unit is also specified for climatic conditions A2-C1 (+56° to -32°C) for storage, and down to C2 extreme at -56°C for operations. A variant of the Zephyr SRV will be put forward as a part of a Creation / Babcock Team Z joint bid to win the forthcoming UK MoD UOR contract for the design and build of a new Light Protected Patrol Vehicle (LPPV) to replace thee current in-service ‘Snatch’ Land Rover. The vehicle can be configured for a wide range of operational roles.
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Variants :
Some variants in prototype version
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| Armament |
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The Zephyr SRV can be fitted with a remote controlled weapon station armed with weapons up to 12,7 mm and smoke grenades discharger mounted to the top of the crew cabin.
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| Protection |
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A central feature of the Zephyr SRV design is the inclusion of a composite 'occupant survival cell'. Surrounding protection includes a V-form belly plate and an integral blast mitigation system. Protection is specified for minimum STANAG 4569 level 2 mine protection and level 2-3 KE protection. Fragment protection is taken to level 4.
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The Zephyr SRV is deigned to accommodate a range of powertrain options, dependent on end user specification. The initial Zephyr has been developed to incorporate a rapid access and removal 'cassette' mounting for the engine, to facilitate removal and replacement, 6 speed automatic transmission and both centre and final drive locking differentials.
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| Accessories |
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The Zephyr SRV is equipped with independent height adjustable suspension, which can be adapted for ground clearance, ride and handling to suit operating conditions.
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| Specifications |
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Armament
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Remote controlled weapon station armed with weapons up to 12,7 mm.
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Country users
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United Kingdom prototype
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Designer Company
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Creation UK Limited and Babcock Team Z
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Accessories
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Adjustable suspension
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Armor
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Minimum of STANAG 4569 Level 2 mine protection
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Weight
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7,000 kg
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Speed
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130 km/h
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Range
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1,500 km
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