ALPHA ARMOURING
The observation post onboard a mobile fortress
Complex threat scenarios demand highly sophisticated solutions What is the status of sensitive borders?
For all intents and purposes, there are no more borders in Europe. The borders to neighbouring countries in the European Union are more porous than ever. Europeans, as well as citizens of other countries, enjoy a high level of freedom. Securing borders is a must. The walls and fences of the past are being increasingly replaced by state-of-the-art sensor technology. However, this technology is not limited to border operations; it can also be deployed domestically, to protect critical infrastructure for example.
How does the Alpha Armouring Observation Vehicle meet this increasing challenge? • The Alpha Armouring® Observation Vehicle based on the Mercedes G-Class* is the first of a new kind of armoured observation vehicle. • The Observation Vehicle is a technically sophisticated, dynamic and agile vehicle designed for observation and border surveillance. • Seamless border observation, including surveillance of at-risk sections. • Superior protection for occupants and equipment. *also available based on the Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX-570, as well as ATLANT
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The Alpha Armouring® Panzerung Observation Vehicle is a special kind of patrol and observation vehicle. Thanks to its superb off-road capability, low weight, an innovative patented armouring concept, high manoeuvrability and compact dimensions, the Observation Vehicle can be deployed on any mission worldwide, virtually without restriction.
Dynamic performance spectrum and highly efficient interior concept: Alpha ArmouringŽ has succeeded in integrating one of the world’s finest surveillance systems in a minimum of
space within the structure of its armoured vehicle. An entirely new operating concept has been specially developed in order to
highly efficiently guarantee total occupant comfort, usability and safety.
Carl Zeiss Optronics for mobile units Carl Zeiss Optronics for mobile units offers sophisticated optronic observation systems to help secure borders and facilities. They enable surveillance of large areas and specific objects.
The systems detect all motion, track moving objects and provide early warning. They help observers and mission commanders complete their missions. Protecting blue and green borders around
the world Observation systems enable the seamless surveillance of borders during the day, at night and in poor weather.
With the kind consent of Carl Zeiss Optronics GmbH
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Reinforced ram bumper front, heavy duty winch, all-terrain tyres and Snorkel (cyclone filter)
Codan antenna and reinforced ram bumper rear
Full armouring type/D
Symbiosis of surveillance technology and state-of-the-art safety cell vehicle design The Alpha Armouring® Observation Vehicle offers outstanding occupant safety and security. The surveillance
equipment can be operated without leaving the vehicle’s safety cell. To take up position, all the operator
needs to do is slide back the passenger seat.
Protection for two occupants and equipment* Standard armouring comprises: • Complete passenger cabin for 2 persons inclusive of protected equipment. • Armoured steel safety cell • Modified chassis • Specially strengthened suspension
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components Block glass (stepless) Rodgard runflat system Fuel Tank armoured with ballistic steel Ballistic protection (VPAM, BRV 2009, VR7 (includes B6 & VR6)
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Turbo diesel or petrol engine Extended range (optional dual tank) CH-53 loadable
*Lifting device in retracted position
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Technical data
base vehicle
Alpha Armouring® standard features
Base vehicle:
• Mercedes G-Class
Engine:
• Petrol or turbo diesel
Gearbox:
• Automatic 5/7-speed drive
Driveline:
• Four wheel drive (permanent)
Standard features:
• Reinforced suspension adapted to the increased vehicle weight and off-road conditions • Ballistic block glass (stepless) • Run-flat system (Rodgard) • Intercom system (inside / outside) • Fuel Tank armoured with ballistic ThyssenKrupp steel
Seats:
• Cloth
standard features base vehicle Standard features:
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Air-conditioning Central locking system Anti-theft warning system (EDW) Multi band radio with CD player Airbag driver /Airbag front passenger Xenon head lights Speed control
Alpha Armouring® extras optional Extras optional:
Technical and design modification subject to change.
Alpha Armouring® ballistic protection level Protection level:
• VPAM BRV 2009 VR7 (includes BR6 and VR6)
Body / roof:
• Ballistic ThyssenKrupp steel (inside cage system)
Floor:
• Ballistic ThyssenKrupp steel (2x DM 51 per m/2) • (against DM 31 optional)
Doors:
• Ballistic ThyssenKrupp steel
Windows:
• Ballistic multilayer glass / polycarbonate
Fuel tank:
• Fuel Tank armoured with ballistic ThyssenKrupp steel
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Extended range Reinforced ram bumper front Reinforced ram bumper rear Heavy duty winch (front) Snorkel (cyclone filter) Side steps Navigation system Power window driver side HF / VHF & UHF radios / Jammer systems • Fire suppression system
Other extras / Full specifications / Certifications on request
ZEISS camera system / optical data
attica p
attica z
Wavelength range:
• LW
• MW
Detector material:
• CMT
• CMT and InSb
Resolution:
• 768 x 576 px (2 x 2 µ-Scan)
• 640 x 512 px
Opt. fields of view, programmable:
• 2.8° x 2.1° – 22° x 16.5°
• 1° x 0.8° – 20° x 16°
Continous optical zoom:
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• 2° – 20°
Digital zoom:
• 2x, 4x
• 2x, 4x
Power supply:
• as per MIL-STD-1275 B
• as per MIL-STD-1275 B
Power consumption:
• <30 W
• <30 W
Video (analogue):
• CCIR
• CCIR
Video (digital):
• LVDS 8 bits
• LVDS 8 bits
Interface:
• CAN
• CAN
Dimensions (W x H x L):
• 212 x 158 x 107 mm
• 212 x 158 x 190 mm
Weight (without housing):
• <4.6 kg
• <4.5 kg
• MIL-STD-810 G
• MIL-STD-810 G
electrical data
mechanical data
ambient conditions Environment test:
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State-of-the-art armoured SUVs Made by Alpha Armouring® Germany
• Over 30 years experience in developing and manufacturing special armoured vehicles. • We offer a range of solutions to satisfy individual customer safety and interior design requirements.
• All materials used as well as the finished product are tested and certified by the independent institutes and organisations listed below • Specialists in SUVs.
• Our expertise in the field of vehicle armouring is consolidated through continuous refinements and new developments.
• The observation system is also available in a VR7 armoured Toyota Land Cruiser 200 and Toyota Land Cruiser 76.
Alpha Armouring Panzerung GmbH / Zeppelin Strasse 27 / D-85748 Garching / Munich - Germany Phone: +49 (0)89 189417 0 / Mob: +49 (0)172 4236523 / Fax: +49 (0)89 189417 29 info@alpha-armouring.com
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