BAE Systems debuts latest RG35 multirole fighting vehicle at Africa Aerospace and Defence exhibition
[Johannesburg, 19 September 2012] -
BAE Systems today launched the latest 6x6 variant of the RG35 family of vehicles – the RG35 multi-purpose blast protected fighting vehicle – at the 2012 Africa Aerospace and Defence exhibition (AAD).“The RG35 family of vehicles incorporates 30 years of experience in tactical mobility and protection,” said Johan Steyn, MD of Land Systems South Africa.The RG35 6x6 has an 8.5-ton payload, a 12-cubic metres volume under armour, can seat up to 14 crew members, and carry light and medium remote controlled weapon stations. Like the 4x4 variant, the latest 6x6 variant includes independent suspension and a side mounted powerpack that can be replaced in less than one hour.
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