Matador MRAP
Type: MRAP Vehicle
Domain: land
Country of Origin: South Africa
Manufacturer: Denel SOC Ltd
First Deployed: 2019
Overview
The Matador is a Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle developed by the Paramount Group of South Africa. Based on a 4x4 configuration with a V-shaped monocoque hull, it provides STANAG Level 2 ballistic protection and Level 2b mine protection. The Matador seats up to ten personnel and can mount various weapon stations including 12.7mm HMG or anti-tank missile launchers. Azerbaijan uses the Matador for convoy protection, special operations support, and rapid reaction force deployments in difficult terrain.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 2 + 8 |
|---|---|
| armor | V-shaped hull STANAG 4569 Level 3 |
| range | 700 km |
| width | 2.5 m |
| engine | Cummins 6CTA 8.3 diesel 260 hp |
| length | 6.1 m |
| weight | 14,000 kg |
| max_speed | 120 km/h |
| protection | IED and mine blast protection |
Operators
- Azerbaijan
- Various African nations
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