VBTP-MR
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The VBTP-MR is a 6x6 armored personnel carrier jointly developed by Fiat's IVECO
and the Brazilian Army
as part of its "URUTU-3" modernization program aimed to replace all EE-11 Urutu
by 2015.
In 1999 the Brazilian Army issued a request (ROB #09/99) for a new family of armoured fighting vehicles with amphibious capabilities able to replace the EE-9 Cascavel
and EE-11 Urutu
developed in the seventies. The main feature of this new family should be its modular design, allowing the incorporation of different turrets, weapons, sensors and communications systems onto the same carriage, including a communications version, an ambulance version and different fire support versions, armed with large caliber mortar and gun systems.
Deliveries to Brazilian Army to start in 2011-2012 and the project close out in 2030.
There is also a 8x8 variant.
Finally, to bring the VBTP-MR VBCI the condition that there will be a tower of ELBIT remote control, equipped with 30mm cannon ATK, Mk.44 model and 7.62 mm machine gun, and can also fire anti-tank guided missiles. This tower, with 360 degree swivel and elevation / depression of -15 to + 60 degrees, was chosen by the EB on a selection made from among four companies that manufacture such equipment and is expected to manufacture in Brazil. The shooting system has a laser rangefinder, vision and fire control by day and night thermal vision, double shot of command (commander and gunner of the car, with precedence for this), automatic target tracking system, and hunter killer smoke launchers. A significant detail is that the tower has the weapons sights and stabilized in two axes, allowing the firing on the move, with very high probability of hit with the first shot. The adoption of equipment for the tower will be decided by need, when the vehicle enter in service.
Currently, versions are provided as standard VBTP; VBCI (with 30mm turret) VBE / CP (command post) VBE / Mort (door-mortar 81mm or 120mm) VBE / CDT (fire control); VBE / Communications / Command and Control; VBE / Workshop; VBE / Relief and VBTE / Ambulance. Importantly, the model of distress, probably VBCI, and recognition should be 8X8 summers.
There are predicting that the VBE / PC will be able to use the BMS (Battle Management System), enabling the management of battle space. The first level at which information must flow in a bidirectional way, what is known as "situational awareness", refers to the tactical commander.
According Waldemir Cristino General Romulo, Military Project Manager, there is possibility of export of VBTP-MR, because Brazil has sold vehicles to Latin America and Africa. "A new family of armored vehicles being developed will certainly be very interesting for the military in those markets"
announced that President Lula had authorized the start of production for 2044 new vehicles with the new name GUARANI, formerly known as Urutu III.
According to his words, "the president authorized the start of the project Guarani, which will replace the entire system of mobility of the Army. "
According to the minister, will be invested in construction for the Guarani Fiat Iveco $ 6 billion over 20 years. Remained firm prediction that the first would be ready in 2010 and 16 vehicles were tested by 2011. From 2012 to begin making the production units.
The army commander, General Enzo Martins Peri, signed the contract with Iveco for the manufacture of vehicles in the December 18, 2009.
The examinations will be held at the Center for reviews of the Army (CAEx), located in Barra de Guaratiba in the west of the River The tests will examine the vehicle durability, ergonomics and the shield to see if the structural supports Guarani landmine explosions, eg.
: 16 + 2,044 units of the 6x6 variant..Deliveries to start in 2011-2012 and finish by 2030.
Iveco
Iveco, an acronym for Industrial Vehicle Corporation, originally an alliance of European commercial vehicle manufacturers such as Fiat , Unic and Magirus. Iveco is now an Italian truck, bus, and diesel engine manufacturer, based in Turin...
and the Brazilian Army
Brazilian Army
The Brazilian Army is the land arm of the Brazilian Military. The Brazilian Army has fought in several international conflicts, mostly in South America and during the 19th century, such as the Brazilian War of Independence , Argentina-Brazil War , War of the Farrapos , Platine War , Uruguayan War ...
as part of its "URUTU-3" modernization program aimed to replace all EE-11 Urutu
EE-11 Urutu
The EE-11 Urutu is a 6x6 armored personnel carrier developed in the seventies by Engesa of Brazil. It used as many commercially available parts as possible. It also shares many components with the EE-9 Cascavel Armoured fighting vehicle. The suspension includes Engesa's Boomerang double-axle rear...
by 2015.
In 1999 the Brazilian Army issued a request (ROB #09/99) for a new family of armoured fighting vehicles with amphibious capabilities able to replace the EE-9 Cascavel
EE-9 Cascavel
The EE-9 Cascavel is a 6 x 6 armoured car developed in the 1970s by Engesa of Brazil. It used as many commercially available parts as possible. It also shares many components with the EE-11 Urutu APC...
and EE-11 Urutu
EE-11 Urutu
The EE-11 Urutu is a 6x6 armored personnel carrier developed in the seventies by Engesa of Brazil. It used as many commercially available parts as possible. It also shares many components with the EE-9 Cascavel Armoured fighting vehicle. The suspension includes Engesa's Boomerang double-axle rear...
developed in the seventies. The main feature of this new family should be its modular design, allowing the incorporation of different turrets, weapons, sensors and communications systems onto the same carriage, including a communications version, an ambulance version and different fire support versions, armed with large caliber mortar and gun systems.
Deliveries to Brazilian Army to start in 2011-2012 and the project close out in 2030.
There is also a 8x8 variant.
Version
One hypothesis that could be called intermediate has the same chance of arms, but a weapon system will be remotely controlled from inside the car. Here, the commander will have own means of observation, in order to access the tactical situation outside.Finally, to bring the VBTP-MR VBCI the condition that there will be a tower of ELBIT remote control, equipped with 30mm cannon ATK, Mk.44 model and 7.62 mm machine gun, and can also fire anti-tank guided missiles. This tower, with 360 degree swivel and elevation / depression of -15 to + 60 degrees, was chosen by the EB on a selection made from among four companies that manufacture such equipment and is expected to manufacture in Brazil. The shooting system has a laser rangefinder, vision and fire control by day and night thermal vision, double shot of command (commander and gunner of the car, with precedence for this), automatic target tracking system, and hunter killer smoke launchers. A significant detail is that the tower has the weapons sights and stabilized in two axes, allowing the firing on the move, with very high probability of hit with the first shot. The adoption of equipment for the tower will be decided by need, when the vehicle enter in service.
Currently, versions are provided as standard VBTP; VBCI (with 30mm turret) VBE / CP (command post) VBE / Mort (door-mortar 81mm or 120mm) VBE / CDT (fire control); VBE / Communications / Command and Control; VBE / Workshop; VBE / Relief and VBTE / Ambulance. Importantly, the model of distress, probably VBCI, and recognition should be 8X8 summers.
There are predicting that the VBE / PC will be able to use the BMS (Battle Management System), enabling the management of battle space. The first level at which information must flow in a bidirectional way, what is known as "situational awareness", refers to the tactical commander.
Possibility to export
Compared to the model in use today by the Brazilian Army, the new project brings advantages such as upgraded armor protection, increased mobility, increased range, independent hydropneumatic suspension, increased protection against mines, better ergonomics, air conditioning, brake system with double disc and ABS, GPS, automatic detection and extinguishing of fire, night operation capability as standard and laser detection system.According Waldemir Cristino General Romulo, Military Project Manager, there is possibility of export of VBTP-MR, because Brazil has sold vehicles to Latin America and Africa. "A new family of armored vehicles being developed will certainly be very interesting for the military in those markets"
The Order of the Guarani
26 November 2009, Defense Minister Nelson JobimNelson Jobim
Nelson Azevedo Jobim is a Brazilian jurist and politician. He served as the Minister of Defense of Brazil from 2007-2011. He is a distant relative of musician Antonio Carlos Jobim.-Early life:...
announced that President Lula had authorized the start of production for 2044 new vehicles with the new name GUARANI, formerly known as Urutu III.
According to his words, "the president authorized the start of the project Guarani, which will replace the entire system of mobility of the Army. "
According to the minister, will be invested in construction for the Guarani Fiat Iveco $ 6 billion over 20 years. Remained firm prediction that the first would be ready in 2010 and 16 vehicles were tested by 2011. From 2012 to begin making the production units.
The army commander, General Enzo Martins Peri, signed the contract with Iveco for the manufacture of vehicles in the December 18, 2009.
The examinations will be held at the Center for reviews of the Army (CAEx), located in Barra de Guaratiba in the west of the River The tests will examine the vehicle durability, ergonomics and the shield to see if the structural supports Guarani landmine explosions, eg.
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: Brazilian ArmyBrazilian Army
The Brazilian Army is the land arm of the Brazilian Military. The Brazilian Army has fought in several international conflicts, mostly in South America and during the 19th century, such as the Brazilian War of Independence , Argentina-Brazil War , War of the Farrapos , Platine War , Uruguayan War ...
: 16 + 2,044 units of the 6x6 variant..Deliveries to start in 2011-2012 and finish by 2030.
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