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Proforce Defence teases new PF Viper design

Ekene Lionel by Ekene Lionel
December 7, 2021
in Defence Industry
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On 6 December 2021, Nigeria’s Proforce Defence announced the redesign of it’s PF Viper 4×4 tactical armoured vehicle which was displayed during the Research and Development Exhibition at the Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference in Abuja.

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The PF Viper 4×4 armoured vehicle is a lighter and maneuverable armoured Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle, designed to provide a high level of ballistic and mine protection.

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The vehicle was first unveiled in September when by the Nigerian Army Chief of Army Staff on Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya, and several delegates visited Proforce facility.

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Two Proforce Defence PF Viper 4×4 armoured vehicle during the Research and Development Exhibition at the Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference in Abuja.

Proforce’s PF Viper 4×4 now features a radically redesigned hull, a 360 degree turret capable of mounting heavy machine guns, and a prominent V-shaped hull for blast protection.

The vehicle is powered by a 6.7L V8 330hp diesel engine capable of delivering 3,300 RPM at a speed of 120 kilometers, and fitted with a 6-speed automatic transmission, four-well drive, 7,000 kg curb weight, and a 1500 kilogram of payload. It is 6479 mm in length, 2450 mm in width, and 300 mm in ground clearance.

For troops protection, the PF Viper offers a 360-degree stanag 4569 Level I ballistic and blast protection. The vehicle can carry nine passengers, including a driver and a commander. The crew compartment is protected with up to CEN Level BR6 to BR7 armor.

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