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Puma APC can be used in military, law enforcement, fire support and counter-terrorism operations. Image courtesy of STREIT Group.

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The Puma APC can accommodate six personnel and two crew members. Image courtesy of STREIT Group.

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The vehicle features anti-riot mesh on windows. Image courtesy of STREIT Group.

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The Puma can be used in the rough terrain and obstacle crossing operations. Image courtesy of STREIT Group.

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The Puma APC is capable of surviving ballistic and blast threats. Image courtesy of STREIT Group.

The Puma 4x4 wheeled armoured personnel carrier (APC) by STREIT Group is suitable for use in military, law enforcement, fire support and counter-terrorism operations.

The APC was unveiled for the first time at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2013. It was also showcased at the MSPO International Defence Industry equipment exhibition held in Poland in September 2014.

Puma APC design and features
The Puma armoured personnel carrier features capsule body design integrating a transfer case enclosed with V-shape tray. The hull is constructed with a steel base for protection against ballistic and blast threats. The vehicle also features anti-riot mesh on windows and a blast mitigation floor mat. The crew section offers CEN Level BR6 protection.

"The APC was unveiled for the first time at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2013."
The vehicle can carry six personnel and two crew members. It features a drop seat layout and can be optionally fitted with bench seating to create additional stowage. It is designed to suit high-speed mobility operations by quick reaction forces and convoy escort duties. It also features lockable fuel doors, heavy-duty door hinges, reinforced door pillars and posts, as well as internal locking system on all doors.

The standard Puma APC comes with additional equipment, including fire suppression system, air-conditioning system, GPS system and rear view camera. The vehicle is equipped with 12V electric system. The lighting systems include red and blue strobe lights, red and white dome lights, and roof-mounted searchlights with toggle control switches. The vehicle also includes additional equipment such as power mirrors, intercom, siren, radio and public address system.

The APC has a length of 5.13m, width of 2.15m and height of 2.21m. The mission-ready curb weight of the vehicle is 5,500kg.

Armament aboard armoured personnel carrier
The Puma APC is fitted with a universal turret ring and a roof turret, suitable to accommodate a standard 50Cal machine gun (MG). The turret can also be mounted with a 12.7mm machine gun or 40mm automatic grenade launcher (AGL).

The vehicle also features a wall gun-port, gun rack and remote weapon station. It can also be fitted with client-specific weapon systems.

Puma APC engine details
The Puma APC is powered by an aluminium i-Force V8 engine with DOHC E85 flex fuel 32-valve with dual independent variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i). The 5.7l petrol engine, coupled to a six-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with intelligence (ECT-i) system, generates 381hp at 5,600rpm.

The vehicle has a fuel tank storage capacity of 26.4gal. It also includes sequential shift mode, uphill / downhill shift logic and TOW/HAUL mode.

Mobility
The Puma APC can be utilised in rough terrain and obstacle crossing operations. The vehicle is fitted with independent coil-spring high-mounted double-wishbone suspension system. It features power-assisted ventilated 13.9in front and 13.6in rear disc brakes, and also comes with Star Safety System™.

The vehicle features hydraulic power rack-and-pinion steering system. It is fitted with Michelin XZL 395/85R20 wheels and tires. The ground clearance and curb-to-curb turning circle diameter of the vehicle are 345mm and 11.3m respectively.

The APC has an approach angle of 42.5° and departure angle of 31.5°. It is capable of operating in temperatures ranging between -20°C and 55°C.
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I know that this isn't a video game board, but ARMA 3 seeks to copy some predictions on some next-gen land infantry tech. I might make a general thread for it since I think it's deserving. The designers of the game made some really interesting choices.

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CSAT/Motor pool - Armed Assault Wiki - Wikia

There's some more in the CSAT motor pool, and there's some really interesting stuff going on there. The war depicted is a fictional futuristic war of NATO vs. CSAT, which is an alliance of Russian, Chinese, and Iranian forces. Some sort of land grab with an interfering local army on a Greek island.
 

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I know that this isn't a video game board, but ARMA 3 seeks to copy some predictions on some next-gen land infantry tech. I might make a general thread for it since I think it's deserving. The designers of the game made some really interesting choices.

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CSAT/Motor pool - Armed Assault Wiki - Wikia

There's some more in the CSAT motor pool, and there's some really interesting stuff going on there. The war depicted is a fictional futuristic war of NATO vs. CSAT, which is an alliance of Russian, Chinese, and Iranian forces. Some sort of land grab with an interfering local army on a Greek island.

Two wheeled APC is a dead project before its initiation.
 

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Two wheeled APC is a dead project before its initiation.
It might be, but in game it's performance is incredible. It's got good armor and occasionally it pops out with a gunner-less 40MM grenade launcher which is capable of pummeling squads of infantry. As long as you have an anti-tank dude on your squad they're pretty easy to take out though.

I might make a general thread since Arma 3 itself is an incredibly realistic military simulation.
 

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JSDF Type 16, Tank destroyer.
Dear we shouldn't consider this vehicle just a tank killer.
new urban warfare doctrine mandates armies fast and maneuverable vehicles.
I expect this vehicle has multifunctionso against buildings,tanks, vehicles and artillery against trooper terorists
 

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Dear we shouldn't consider this vehicle just a tank killer.
new urban warfare doctrine mandates armies fast and maneuverable vehicles.
I expect this vehicle has multifunctionso against buildings,tanks, vehicles and artillery against trooper terorists
Dear UT,

Your expectations, on it's multi-functionality, holds true.

You are right, but it was built as a Tank Killer, with wheels rather than tracks, so that it could move fast, and be rapidly air deployable, as well.

It is comparable to the Italian B1 Centauro, and the US Stryker M118 MGS, and infantry support is one of its major roles.
 

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Dear UT,

Your expectations, on it's multi-functionality, holds true.

You are right, but it was built as a Tank Killer, with wheels rather than tracks, so that it could move fast, and be rapidly air deployable, as well.

It is comparable to the Italian B1 Centauro, and the US Stryker M118 MGS, and infantry support is one of its major roles.
They are called Fire Support Vehicles.
 

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The Nigerian Army formally commissioned into service a range of new indigenously designed and manufactured vehicles during its annual celebration day at the Ikeja Military Cantonment in Lagos state on 6 July. Several types produced by the Nigerian Army Vehicle Manufacturing Company were unveiled, including a new version of the Infantry Patrol Vehicle featuring a larger frame, bigger wheels and more space for personnel while still carrying a heavy machine gun in an overhead weapon station. The latest version of the Proforce Ara mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicle, known as the Ara 2 was also unveiled during the event. The Ara 2 is very different from earlier designs and features a fully monocoque hull, all-round STANAG Level 3 armouring with STANAG Level 4a on the floww for increased protection against mines and improvised explosive devices.

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The Nigerian Army formally commissioned into service a range of new indigenously designed and manufactured vehicles during its annual celebration day at the Ikeja Military Cantonment in Lagos state on 6 July. Several types produced by the Nigerian Army Vehicle Manufacturing Company were unveiled, including a new version of the Infantry Patrol Vehicle featuring a larger frame, bigger wheels and more space for personnel while still carrying a heavy machine gun in an overhead weapon station. The latest version of the Proforce Ara mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicle, known as the Ara 2 was also unveiled during the event. The Ara 2 is very different from earlier designs and features a fully monocoque hull, all-round STANAG Level 3 armouring with STANAG Level 4a on the floww for increased protection against mines and improvised explosive devices.

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I think I have seen similar MRAP made by Turkey and the UAE. Is this locally developed by Nigeria?
 
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