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.
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.
Protection
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.
Propulsion
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.
Accessories
The
Zephyr SRV is equipped with independent
height adjustable suspension, which can
be adapted for ground clearance, ride and
handling to suit operating conditions.
Specifications
Armament
Remote
controlled weapon station
armed with weapons up to
12,7 mm.
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