The mine proof vehicle  consists  of a  mine  protected  monocoque
   hull/body.

 In this vehicle the hull assembly is built from high  alloy armour
   resisting steel

 Max.safety of the crew from ballistic and other forms   of  attack
   by virtue of the "V" shapped envelope of the body.

 High degree of safety in respect of collision or vehicle roll over.

 The life cycle of the vehicle is extended  indefinity, as the body 
   construction does not suffer from fatigue degeneration.

 Minimum down time following the detonation of landmines under  the
   vehicle.

 The engine and  transmission  and  axle  are of  Shaktiman  design

 Due to inherent design of Shakiman engine,mounting suitable  space 
   for accomodation of steering  system on right side is possible

 Power assisted steering system is provided

 The installation   of   robust   beam axles leaf spring suspension
   system,power assisted steering system is conveniently accessible.

 The design provides for  ease  or replacement  of axles for  other
   aggregates in the field

 Long travel leaf springs are fitted longitudinally ont  the  front
   and the rear axles and to underside of the bull, hydraulic, double
   acting,telescopic shock absorbers are fitted to the front and rear
   axles,making it more versatile for cross country operation.

 Dual circuit fail safe brake system of 12 ton GVW is  provided on 
   vehicle front and rear wheels.Brakes  are  hydraulically operated 
   and air assisted.

 The troop compartment has seating capacity for 10  troops  at the
   rear of the vehicle and 2 persons in the driver cabin.

 One rear entry and eight top hatches for emergency exit.

 The bonnet is an  armoured  constn.  providing  the  engine  with  
   sufficient  protection  against  small  arms fire &  bush  driving 
   conditions.

 The engine,transmission and fuel tank are all   contained  within
   the armour hull for maximum protection from detonation.

 Side port holes for personal weapons.

 The windows are of high impact,resistant and laminated plate glass,
   replaceble to provide protection against  small   arms   ammunition 
   attack.

 Two spare wheel carries are fitted to vehicles  one on  each  side
   at the rear.

 The vehicle carries 50 L. of drinking water and 240 L. of diesel.

 The body of the vehicle can offer resistance of attack by 7.62 SLR
   Nato Ball ammunition from a distance  of 10 meters. It   can  also
   withstand grenade mortar splinter attack and other sharpened point
   attack.
 
Specifications

Length				:6400 mm

Width				:2240 mm

Height				:2850 mm

Wheel base			:4200 mm

Angle of approach		:45

Angle of departure		:45

Ground clearance		:Front_320 mm Rear_358 mm

Hump Radius			:3000 mm

Seat quantity			:12 crew + driver + co-driver

Track width			:Front- 1940 / 1950 mm

            			  :Rear- 1810 mm

Weight
  _Tare				:7800 Kg
  _Payload			:1200 Kg
  _GVM				:9000 Kg
Performance
  _Acceleration			:0-60 Kmph / 60 sec.
  _Cruising /Maximum speed	:75 Kmph-85 Kmph
  _Patrol speed			:15 Kmph
  _Gradeability			:Low range-15
  _Turning circle		:18 m