Kirpi II METI Turkish 4x4 Mine Detection and Disposal Vehicle
Kirpi II METI
Mine Clearing Vehicle
Other
Basic Information
Name
Kirpi II METI Turkish 4x4 Mine Detection and Disposal Vehicle
Designation
Kirpi II METI
Alternate Designation
Kirpi II METI
Equipment Type
Mine Clearing Vehicle
Manufacturer
BMC
Date of Introduction
2017
Description
The Kirpi II METI Turkish 4x4 Mine Detection and Disposal Vehicle leads any military convoy, detects explosives buried underground, disrupts them with its robotic arm, and disposes of any mine threat. The front of the vehicle is fitted with an interrogation arms system designed to provide road and convoy security against IED threats. The system also includes IED detection, IED interrogation, , IED Deactivation and Security management Vehicles that allows remote control.
Ground Specifications
Crew
3
Mobility Type
Wheeled (4x4)
Engine
Turbocharged Diesel (450 hp)
NBC Protection
Yes
Max Speed
100.0 km/h
Range
700.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
Kirpi II METI
Type
Mine Detection and Disposal Vehicle
Manufacturer
BMC
Configuration
4x4
Crew
3 ea
Passengers
INA
Dimensions
Length
7,855 mm
Width
3,100 mm
Height
4,500 mm
Weight, Combat
24,000 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
Cummins ISL9 450
Engine Type
Turbo, Intercooler, Diesel
Engine Power
450 PS (336 kW) @ 2200 rpm
Maximum Torque
1627 Nm @ 1300-3000 rpm
Maximum Range
700 km
Maximum Speed
100 km/h
Amphibious
No
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
30%
Vertical Step
INA
Angle of Approach
29°
Angle of Departure
38°
Trench
INA
Fording
1,000 mm
Ground Clearance
450 mm
Main Weapon System
Note
INA
Protection
Armor
The V-shape underbody and monocoque allow it to protect the personnel inside from land mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). STANAG 4569;
Ballistic Protection;
Mine Protection;
IED Protection;
Spall Liner.
Applique Armor
Available
NBC Protection
Yes
Smoke Equipment
Yes
Details
Country of Origin
Turkey
Category
Mobility
Land > Combat Support Vehicles > Mobility
Filter Label
K
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
7.86 m
Width
3.1 m
Height
4.5 m
Weight
24000 kg
Operators (1)
Turkey
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