Arrival of the VBE Soc 6X6 MaxxPro MRV-PK at Garrison in Brazil.

On July 30, 2024, the 25th Logistics Battalion-School (25º B Log-Es), located in Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil, received a new special recovery armored vehicle (VBE Soc) 6X6 MaxxPro MRV-PK. This acquisition is part of the Brazilian Army's Strategic Program, the Armored Forces (Prg EE F Bld), aimed at strengthening logistical support for Guarani vehicles. In March 2023, the Brazilian Army had already acquired around 20 MaxxPro recovery vehicles.
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The MaxxPro MRV-PK unique recovery system includes a boom lift with a 60,000 lbs capacity and a drag winch with a 50,000 lbs capacity, making it highly adaptable for various recovery missions (Picture source: 25th Logistics Battalion-School)

The MaxxPro MRV-PK, introduced in 2012, is a 6x6 Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle developed by International Truck in the United States. This vehicle has various versions, including ambulance and recovery variants, like those acquired by Brazil. It has been proliferated in several countries, including Afghanistan, Egypt, and the United States.

The recent acquisition by the Brazilian Army is part of its strategic initiative to bolster logistical support for Guarani vehicles. The deployment of the MRV-PK to the 25th Logistics Battalion in Rio de Janeiro represents a significant enhancement of the unit's recovery and rescue capabilities.

This robust vehicle is equipped with a 450-horsepower Cummins ISL engine and an Allison 3000 5-speed automatic transmission, allowing it to handle difficult terrains with a 70% gradeability and a 30% side slope capacity. Its unique recovery system includes a boom lift with a 60,000 lbs capacity and a drag winch with a 50,000 lbs capacity, making it highly adaptable for various recovery missions.

The V-shaped hull design of the MaxxPro MRV-PK offers superior protection against ballistic arms fire, mine blasts, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), ensuring the crew's safety during operations.

It is important to note that the 25º B Log-Es is responsible for the maintenance of 97 armored vehicles and over 1,700 non-armored vehicles. The arrival of this new special recovery vehicle will significantly strengthen the unit's logistical capabilities, contributing to better operational efficiency and a quicker response when needed.

By integrating this new armored vehicle into its equipment, the 25º B Log-Es demonstrates its ongoing commitment to improving logistical capacities and supporting military operations in the region, while meeting the growing needs for vehicle rescue and recovery.