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| RG-12 |
| Country Of Origin: | South Africa |
| Designation: | Public Order Vehicle |
| Configuration: | 4 x 4 |
| Manufacturer: | Land Systems OMC |
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| Weight: | 10,470 kg |
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| Power plant: | Iveco engine |
| Crew: | 8 to 12 |
The RG-12 is a multi-purpose armoured personnel carrier with anti-personnel mine, grenade, fire bomb and 5.56 x 45 mm ball ammunition protection that is manufactured by Land Systems OMC (a business unit of BAE Systems) of South Africa, with over 700 being in service globally in more than eight countries.
Originally designed as a police public order vehicle for both urban and rural operations, the RG-12 has been developed to be used in many roles, including as routine armoured patrol vehicle, military APC, bullion carrier, bulk diamond carrier and internal security vehicle on gold and platinum mines.
Production History
Variants
- RG-12 CAT - variant fitted with a Caterpillar engine (Mercedes-Benz Iveco engines are fitted to the standard RG-12).
- RG-12 Command Vehicle - variant specifically developed for a user in the Middle East.
- RG-12 Mk2 - improved version with an auxiliary power unit driven air conditioning system for effective climate regulation in extreme conditions, provision of a central tyre inflation system enhancing mobility by allowing inflation or deflation of the tyres according to terrain requirements, an anti-skid braking system and various ergonomic modifications to ensure crew comfort.
In North American service, the RG-12 is often fitted with the Mobile Adjustable Ramp System (MARS) for use in aircraft anti-hijack and forced building entry situations. The MARS makes simultaneous multi-storey entry possible and can be used in elevated assaults. The system is fitted onto the roof of the RG-12 and has two hydraulically operated ramps that can move independently.
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See also
Infantry fighting vehicle, List of AFVs, RG-31, RG-32 and Mamba APC.
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