A breakthrough in protected mobility revealed at AAD. 04/9/2014
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AAD is recognised the largest exhibition of air, sea and land capabilities on the African continent, and one of the world´s premier aerospace and defence events. Guests at the 2014 event, being hosted from 17 to 21 September at the Waterkloof Air Force Base in Pretoria, will be given a sneak-peak of DCD Protected Mobility’s revolutionary new multi-purpose MUT.
DCD Protected Mobility general manager Andrew Mears reveals that the vehicle offers a significant level of terrain clearance and an unrivalled ability to climb steep terrain. “It can operate on rails, tar roads and in severe off-road conditions. These features make the vehicle ideal for numerous industries; ranging from military and security, to agriculture, construction and mining.”
DCD Protected Mobility will also be launching a technologically-advanced Multi-Track Machine (MTM), which is designed for reconnaissance missions, mapping of unsafe areas, mine surveying and search and rescue operations. The new MUT will be officially launched at AAD at 2pm on Thursday, 18 September. To find out more about this product and other exciting developments, visit DCD Protected Mobility at Stand 2B9-15 in Hangar 2 throughout the duration of AAD.
In addition to the new product launches, the following range of mobile land detection vehicles and armoured personnel carriers – designed for deployment in conflict and peacekeeping missions worldwide – will be displayed at DCD Protected Mobility’s AAD stand;
Springbuck: This ballistic and landmine protected, all-terrain armoured personnel carrier ensures the highest levels of crew protection, and is easy to operate, maintain and repair. With B6 ballistic protection upgradeable to B7, the all-steel armoured V-shaped hull is designed to withstand a TM57 landmine directly under the hull, or two under any wheel. This vehicle is popular with African users and in emerging markets.
Husky: Renowned as the world’s leading route clearance system, the exceptional Husky landmine detection vehicle is blast survivable, overpass capable and field repairable. Sophisticated high-sensitivity, low-metal content detectors are standard, along with cyclone blowers and robotic arms. The Husky used by the United States Army and Marines, as well NATO troops.
Mountain Lion: Designed for battlefield and peacekeeping missions, it offers the perfect tactical balance between performance, protection and payload. The Mountain Lion is equipped with a four wheel steer (4WS) system to dramatically reduce the turning circle in close terrain and urban areas, and offers superior protection levels.
As a member of international manufacturing and engineering company DCD Group, DCD Protected Mobility is committed to continuous research and development based on customer feedback, in order to provide the market with the highest standard of quality and service delivery excellence.
DCD Protected Mobility is a wholly-owned South African company that develops its own intellectual property through internally-funded research and development programmes to ensure that it remains at the forefront of technological advancements.
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About DCD Group
DCD Group (Pty) Ltd is an international manufacturing and engineering company providing products and solutions to the rail, mining and energy, defence and marine sectors. As a group DCD is able to offer comprehensive, integrated heavy engineering solutions in addition to bespoke individual solutions. DCD has been an integral participant in South Africa’s infrastructure development for decades and is now playing an active role as a partner of choice to government in the current infrastructure expansion drive.
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General Manager
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Email: andrew [at] dcd [dot] co [dot] za
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