The Armored Group's Terrier APC was developed by the TAG Research and Development Team, offers a large payload capacity for its size as well as the highest level of protection for a vehicle in its class and price range with STANAG II applique option. The vehicle will be used by military, police, SWAT, regional response teams and non-governmental organizations.
The Terrier APC holds up to eight officers (2+6 in individual MIL-STD seats); the optional bench seat can accommodate up to ten officers (2+8) depending on the size of operators and amount of gear. The vehicle was designed with the end-users in mind; to protect those who are in dangerous operational environments.
Terrier APC Features:
Some of the key features of the Terrier APC model include:
Full Protection against Kinetic Energy Weapons conforming to STANAG 4569 Level 1
Auxiliary service battery with smart isolator switch and battery monitor
Optional Equipment Includes:
Additional parking AC powered by external 120 / 220VAC while the engine is off
Public address system
Acoustic deterring LRAD system
Intercom
Alternator upgrade
Blast attenuating seats
Interior weapon mounts
VHF/UHF communication system; MF/HF communications system
GPS
DVR
GSM-based live video monitoring system
Tracking system (depends on deployment region)
Smoke grenade launchers
Multiple launch systems for smoke grenades
Roof turret with a ring bearing and split hatch
Remote controlled weapon station
Gunshot detection system
Remote controlled searchlights
Forward-looking thermal camera
Reverse day/night camera
Perimeter day/night cameras
Outboard telescopic mast
IR driving and convoy lights
Overpressure air filtration system
Semi-automatic tire inflation system
Ballistic protection upgrade to STANAG 4569 Level 2
Fire suppression systems
Power inverters
Winch
Ballistic skip round shields
Emergency lighting systems
Interior compartment additional cooling fans
Computer workstations
Rescue medic/trauma pack with backboard/litter
Terrier APC
The Terrier APC is built using a reinforced/militarized Toyota VDJ79 truck chassis, and COTS components. The vehicle can be built to B6, NIJ-III or STANAG 4569 Level 1 ballistic protection standards and is powered by a 195 HP high sulfur 1VD-FTV Toyota 4.5L V8 diesel and readily available in LHD and RHD configurations. Using upgraded axles, clutch and a reinforced frame as well as oversized super single wheels, the vehicle offers excellent mobility and a high payload capacity making it a superior choice in a variety of dangerous scenarios.
