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Revision as of 14:18, 9 November 2010
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| File:Mbombe.jpg Mbombe Armoured Infantry Vehicle | |
| Type | Armoured Infantry Vehicle |
| Place of origin |  South Africa |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Paramount Group |
| Produced | 2010–present |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | Curb: 16,000 kg Combat: 27,000 kg |
| Crew | 2+1+8 |
| Armor | Ballistic protection: STANAG 4569 level IV (Crew Protection against 14.5 HMG attacks) and mine blast protection: STANAG 4569 Level IV and RPG (10 kg of TNT under the hull), anti-tank mine |
| Engine | CUMMINS ISBe4 Diesel (221kW and 1 100Nm) |
| Payload capacity | 11,000 kg |
| Ground clearance | 433 mm |
Operational range | 700km (435 mi) |
| Maximum speed | 100km/h |
The Mbombe is a mine-protected, high-mobility, armoured fighting vehicle that is produced by Paramount Group in South Africa.[1]
The vehicle was unveiled on 20th September 2010 at the African Aerospace & Defence Exhibition, the largest aviation and defence show in Africa, held in Cape Town. Mbombe is named after a famed African warrior. [2] [3]
Vehicle specs
Mbombe has an unladen weight of 16,000kg and a maximum combat weight of 27,000kg, carrying a crew of 11. The Mbombe’s six speed automatic gearbox provides a maximum speed of 100km/h and the vehicle has a 700km range. Using a 6x6 configuration, the Mbombe is able to carry considerable loads over all types of terrain without loss of mobility. [4] [5]
The vehicles three axles provide excellent cross country performance and make it an exceptionally versatile platform that can be modified to meet the exact requirements of military operations around the world. [6] [7]
The Mbombe is equipped with a Cummins ISBe4 diesel: 300kw engine integrated with an Allison 6 speed automatic transmission. The engine parts are used around the world, allowing the Mbombe to be repaired and serviced in most countries without having to invest in an independent logistics system.[8] [9]
Armour
The Mbombe hull provides excellent stopping power against ballistic attack in excess of STANAG 4569 Level 4. This means the vehicle can withstand a 10kg TNT blast under its hull or any wheel station. As standard the Mbombe offers all-round crew protection against RPG threats while special protection modules provide protection against IED’s, up to 50kg TNT at 5 meters. [10] [11] [12]
Armament
The vehicle can be equipped with a heavy machine gun or autocannon. Mbombe can also be fitted with day and night vision capability and sensors to extend the ranges of observation and engagement, dependent on the customer’s requirements. [13]
Functions
Mbombe can be configured as an Armoured Personnel Carrier, Combat Vehicle, Combat Vehicle, Command Vehicle or ambulance. The Mbombe can be fitted with a variety of weapons stations, including a 30mm overhead weapons station. [14] [15] [16]