Just arrived from service with UK MoD, uprated & improved Land Rover Vixen+ Protected patrol vehicle.
The Vixen+ is based on the Land Rover 110 chassis and features an upgraded 2.8Ltr 300 TDI engine with an Automatic gear box. The 2 Crew and 4 passengers benefit from an internal air conditioning system, heavy duty axles, upgraded braking and modified suspension.
Remanufactured by Ricardo Engineering, the Vixen+ is suitable for operation in a variety of conditions, and designed to be used within an urban environment.
These vehicles were fully refurbished and upgraded from 2005 onwards and were brought up to a higher standard of protection and mobility than the previous models.
The vehicles were re-chassised by Otokar at this time & a new heavy-duty chassis fitted, along with new upgraded engine, gearbox & axles. They were in effect remanufactured to better than new standards at this time.
Specifics of the upgrades within the drive train upgrades are as follows:
2.8lt 300tdi Turbo Diesel
ZF-4HP220 4-Speed automatic transmission
Heavy Duty Otokar Chassis
ARB Air locking Diffs for the front and rear axle to supplement the Transfer box Diff lock giving vastly increased off road capability.
Uprated Heavy Duty Front Vented Disc Brakes & Rear Disc Brakes
Upgraded Suspension
Salisbury Front and Rear Axles
The vehicles feature:
Power Steering
S-2 Glass Reinforced Phenolic Resin Composite Shell.
Front Grille protection for Radiators
Front Wing lighting clusters are fitted with protective grilles.
Rear Lighting clusters are fitted with protective grilles.
265/75 R16 radial tyres with runflat inserts mounted on MaxXtrac Heavy Duty Blindo Alloy Wheels
Top Cover Sliding Hatch
Snorkel for Fording/dust ingestion reduction
Air Intake protection
Twin opening rear door for easy egress from the vehicle
Fold away rear step
Roof Top spotlight 180 degrees
Dimensions & Performance Characteristics:
Max Length 4.55m
Max Width 2.08m
Max Height 2.50m
Ground Clearance 0.21m Gross Weight 4,760kg (max)
Unladen Weight 3,969kg
Max Road Speed 80kmh
Fuel Diesel
Average Range 352km
Turning Circle 14.9m (kerb to kerb)
Fording Depth 0.6m
Approach Angle 37deg
Departure Angle 27deg
These vehicles are ideal for police forces, internal security organisations, overseas governments and private defence contractors.
The armoured glazing has been removed from the vehicles - this can be quoted for fitment for any confirmed vehicle orders.
Viewing is highly recommended prior to purchase and if you would like to arrange an appointment to view then please contact the Sales Team on 01476 861361
Viewing Is By Appointment