Sunday, September 18, 2011

LAPV Enok

LAPV Enok

The LAPV Enok (LAPV = Light Armoured Patrol Vehicle) is an armoured military vehicle of the Bundeswehr, mostly in use with the German Army. It is a significantly further developed Wolf SSA, based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

It features protection according to NATO STANAG 4569 Level 2 against rifle fire, land mines and improvised explosive devices. The Enok was especially designed to be deployed in harsh terrains and bad weather situations.

A first batch of 247 vehicles has been ordered by the Bundeswehr, with deliveries between 2008 and 2013.

Enok
Type Armoured car
Place of origin Germany
Service history
In service 2008-
Used by German Army
Production history
Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz, Armoured Car Systems (ACS)
Specifications
Weight 5.4 tonnes
Length 4.82 m
Width 1.90 m
Height 1.90 m
Crew 2-6

Main
armament
Remote controlled turret with a Rheinmetall MG3 or HK GMG
Engine OM642 270, 6 cylinder diesel engine
135KW (184HP)
Suspension 4x4
Operational
range
700 km
Speed 95 km/h

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