In Ukraine Showcase New «Varta» Armored Personnel Carrier

In Ukraine Showcase new  «Varta» 4×4 Armored Personnel Carrier for National Guard of Ukraine.

The «Varta» Armored Personnel Carrier designed primarily for the use by Police, SWAT, Special Response Teams and law enforcement agencies.

The «Varta» equally suited to urban and off-road deployment, the vehicle offers excellent protection against both ballistic and blast threats with crew compartment protection.

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The turret can be mounted with a 7.62mm or 12.7mm machine gun or 40mm automatic grenade launcher. The glass turret provides 360° view for the gunner’s position, while offering all round protection from enemy fire.

The «Varta» 4×4 can run at a maximum road speed of 120 km/hr with a maximum cruising range of 800 km.

Until the end of 2015 is expected to supply the first ten armored vehicles.

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