KIA K-151: Pakistan's New Light Armored Vehicle?

[denel]

Sir its a Light Tactical Vehicle similar to High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMV) of USA not a MRAP therefore comparison of this with Mamba MRAP is not a right thing ....

yes and what did HMMV deliver in Iraq and Afghanistan they had to highlight and order over 3000+ mambas from Pretoria Every day they were bleeding from their noses with hmmv..
whether hilux or this LTV... same thing. no difference.

You must remember Mambas were designed for 2 purposes for use internally in townships as well as projection over to long distance theaters; plus if you have dyna engines easily swapable together with iveco.

Still you have RG-32M which is further derivative for LTV work.

 

[GriffinsRule]

Probably will be assembled using CKD kits with armour from HIT.

Info on vehicle

Well thought out questions and the Kia rep did a great job of presenting enough information about each vehicle and its purpose without the need for being bombastic. Something we could try to emulate as well

 

[Yaseen1]

the only benefit of pickup over these vehicles is that they allow easy movement of troops during any encounter which although has high risk of life loss of soldier but helps in finding and openly firing at enemy particularly terrorists

 

[rAli]

yes and what did HMMV deliver in Iraq and Afghanistan they had to highlight and order over 3000+ mambas from Pretoria Every day they were bleeding from their noses with hmmv..
whether hilux or this LTV... same thing. no difference.

You must remember Mambas were designed for 2 purposes for use internally in townships as well as projection over to long distance theaters; plus if you have dyna engines easily swapable together with iveco.

Still you have RG-32M which is further derivative for LTV work.

Agreed with Denel on this one. If the goal is protection of troops then Mamba is better suited. Secondly, Mamba provides more crew carrying capacity.

 

[Zulfiqar]

Thing about MRAPs is that they cost around 450,000 usd plus.

This is 12 times the cost of latest Hilux.

CT ops are not something that the army wants to do forever. Its main job is to counter conventional threat from India. Therefore, our logistics were planned considering the threat from the East in cost efficient matter.

Spending money on Mraps will result in reduced resources for mechanization of infantry via APCs/IFVs (which is the continuing goal).

Mraps would be ideal for CT ops and additional should be procured for units based in FATA and balauchistan. However, in long run we should seek a JLTV like vehicle for the infantry that is motorized.

 

[HRK]

yes and what did HMMV deliver in Iraq and Afghanistan they had to highlight and order over 3000+ mambas from Pretoria Every day they were bleeding from their noses with hmmv..
whether hilux or this LTV... same thing. no difference.

The Nature of threat has changed and the price about which you are referring we have already paid in highly contested zones during WOT in past, but now situation is much peaceful and now no IEDs are exploding (including in past few years as well) and thing will go for betterment further.

For MRAP category I can not say for sure but it seems we will go with homegrown solution in addition to the already acquired MRAPs.

 

[Rank]

It will meet the Same fate as hamza only for display

dont worry it will not become shitejas

 

[tarrar]

Now will PA replace the death trap good for nothing hilux vehicles.

 

[帅的一匹]

It will meet the Same fate as hamza only for display

sheer jealous

 

[BERKEKHAN2]

sheer jealous

Jealous for what

 

[帅的一匹]

Jealous for what

Pakistan

 

[Zarvan]

Get rid of those damn pickups.

So HIT Vehicle (JV) which is shown at IDEAS 2018 is KIA K151 of South Korea

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VEHICLE TYPE
Light tactical vehicle
MANUFACTURER
Kia Motors Corporation
CREW
1 + 3
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT
5.7t (standard wheelbase); 7t (long wheelbase)
MAXIMUM SPEED
130km/h
RANGE
600km

The Kia Light Tactical Vehicle (KLTV) is a third-generation vehicle developed by Kia Motors Corporation, a company based in South Korea. The 4×4 vehicle is offered for South Korean Armed Forces and export customers. The KLTV is also known as KM1.

The KLTV was displayed for the first time at International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2015 held in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Serial production of the vehicle began in 2016.

The versatile vehicle is suitable for a range of missions, including transportation of troops, patrolling, command & control , reconnaissance, and logistics operations.

KLTV design and features
ALTV ACMAT Light Tactical Vahicle Torpedo France
ALTV (Acmat Light Tactical Vehicle) Torpedo from ACMAT is a 4×4 lightweight multi-role vehicle intended for use by armed forces.

The modular base chassis of the Kia light tactical vehicle can be configured into a number of mission variants, including multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), armoured reconnaissance vehicle (ARV), command vehicle, communication equipment vehicle, and shop van. The robust design delivers high-mobility and survivability.

Two wheelbase versions of the vehicle are offered; namely standard and stretched. The standard armoured command version accommodates four personnel, whereas the long wheelbase variant offers enough space to carry up to eight troops and specialised equipment.

The KLTV with standard wheelbase has a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 5.7t, whereas the stretched variant has a GVW of 7t. A two-piece windscreen made of ballistic glass is fitted to the forward cabin of the vehicle.

The vehicle is also optionally fitted with a winch powered by an on-board battery. Its high-intensity frame allows the winch to haul objects with wire rope or rescue a vehicle in an open field. The on-board air-conditioning system reduces crew fatigue and ensures driver’s visibility by defrosting the windshield when required.

Kia LTV armament and self-protection
The KLTV can be fitted with roof-mounted weaponry such as a machine gun or an automatic grenade launcher. Gun ports on either side of the hull allow the aiming and firing of individual weapons carried by the occupants.

The bullet-resistant body made of composite materials is fitted with metal sheets and bulletproof glass on windows. The vehicle offers protection against small arms fire and artillery shell splinters, while the floor is anticipated to offer protection against blasts.

A matte coating covers the hull and parts of the KLTV to prevent vehicle corrosion, while camouflaging the vehicle from direct and indirect observations by hostile forces.

KLTV engine
The light tactical vehicle is powered by a high-efficiency, high-horsepower turbo diesel engine, which develops a power output of 225hp. The engine is coupled to an eight-speed automatic transmission that prevents shut down.

A direct engine hybrid generator is another additional option for the KLTV. This supplies power to the on-board equipment. All the electrical parts of the vehicle are protected against water.

Mobility of Kia light tactical vehicle
The all-wheel drive capability improves tracking and hauling power, steering capability and stability, as well as off-road driving power. The independent suspension of the vehicle enhances the ride quality, whereas the four-channel, anti-lock braking system (ABS) ensures stability. The high-ground clearance allows the vehicle to overcome vertical obstacles.

A central tire inflation system (CTIS) is fitted to the light tactical vehicle, which regulates the pressure of tyres from within the cabin for smooth operations on hard and soft terrains.

The run-flat tyre inserts allow the vehicle to travel up to 48km at a speed of 48km/h in the event of tyre damage. The vehicle can carry troops and cargo in cross-country and desert conditions with temperatures ranging between 32°C and 43°C.

A depth of up to 76cm can be handled by the vehicle, as can a side slope of 40% and a gradient of 60%. It has a maximum speed of 130km/h and can attain a range of 600km

 

[khanasifm]

Potential JV

 

[Sharuf]

Which vehicle is this?

 

[Ahmet Pasha]

Exactly. Cavalier also has a 4x4 version.
IMO we should follow JLTV example and just get the Hamza MCV family into service.

Well Hamza IFV aren't by HIT TAXILA but Cavalier Group and the platform is maturing just like we see Hamza 6x6 with new Turrets. Also this will undergo numerous trails & tests before inducting it


Hamza 6x6 Now
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Hamza 6x6 before
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