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REUMECH OMC CASSPIR Mk3 APC

Considered the international benchmark for mine protection. Offers high mobility, ease of handling and crew comfort. Over 2000 have been produced and these serve in the armed forces of South Africa, India and Peru, among many others.

Originally developed for the rigorous conditions of South Africa, Casspir, with its V-shaped armored hull, is certified to protect its occupants against the effects of a triple TM-57 mine blast equivalent to 21kg of TNT) under any wheel, or a double mine (14kg of TNT) anywhere under the hull. Doors in the rear of the hull allow easy access. The Casspir is highly regarded for its outstanding cross-country mobility and for its reliability, although India has expressed reservations about the refurbished vehicles it acquired.

http://www.nasog.net/datasheets/armour/4/Tfm_Casspir_MK_III_APC.htm

http://www.bharat-rakshak.com/LAND-FORCES/Para-Military

M113 APC UPGRADE

The Philippine Army is seeking to upgrade 100 of its M113 Armored Personnel Carriers. The following are a few links to the possible options and ongoing trends:

http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/armoured/ffg/index.html#ffg1

http://www.uniteddefense.com/news/releases/pr000424.htm

http://www.tenix.com/Main.asp?ID=437

http://www.tenix.com/PDFLibrary/75.pdf

http://www.dew.ca/military/m113.html#

http://www.napcointer.com/m113.html

Other projects include upgrades for the PA's Scorpion light tanks and field artillery, and the acquisition of more heavy trucks and utility vehicles for increased mobility. This page is currently under construction and more details will be provided shortly.

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