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The BvS 10 is an All Terrain Armoured Vehicle produced by BAE Systems Land Systems Hägglunds of Sweden. This vehicle, referred to as the All Terrain Vehicle (protected) - ATV(P) or Viking by the UK forces, was originally developed as a collaboration between industry - Hägglunds Vehicle AB - and the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) on behalf of the Royal Marines.
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The BvS 10 is similar to, but distinct from, the Bv 206 or Bv 206S. It is a much larger and fully amphibious armoured vehicle based upon the characteristic twin-cab, articulated steering system typical of Hägglunds all-terrain vehicles.
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Adaptable to a wide range of functions, the BvS10 can be integrated with weapons ranging from 5.56mm to 12.7mm, as well as a 40mm automatic grenade launcher.
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For optimum security, the BvS10 offers protection against ballistics and anti-tank mines, while smoke grenade launchers provide additional protection. Additional protection systems for defence against RPG rounds, CBRN filter system, Automatic and/or manual fire suppression systems etc. are available.
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The BvS10 inherent flexibility supports rapid mounting and dismounting of weapon systems on ship or in the field to the forward and rearcabs. Examples include: RCWS,.50 Cal, Swing Mounts, PWS, MAG 58, 12.7 HMG and 40mm grenade launcher.
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With a high payload capacity of up to six tonnes and a load volume of 2.5m3 + 6.5m3, the BvS10 is well placed to meet future requirements.
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The BvS10 has a high power capacity to allow the integration of electronic Command & Control systems. It has been tested to meet all common electromagnetic compatibility standards.
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The vehicle is capable of carrying up to 12 personnel and their equipment – four in the front cab (including the driver) and eight in the rear cab. The BvS 10 is also capable of towing an additional three tonnes.
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The BvS10 offers excellent strategic and tactical mobility for worldwide operations by being designed for transportation by sea, air and land.
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Countries are already operating the BvS10 include Austria, France, Netherlands, Sweden, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
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