BMC Kirpi MRAP
Type: Mine-Resistant Vehicle (MRAP)
Domain: land
Country of Origin: Türkiye
Manufacturer: BMC
Overview
Turkish mine-resistant armored vehicle procured by Tunisia for force protection. Kirpi features V-shaped hull, protection against mines and IEDs, capacity for 10-12 personnel. Critical for operations in border regions where IED threat exists from militants. Represents Turkish-Tunisian defense cooperation. Combat-proven design.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 2 + 8 troops |
|---|---|
| armor | STANAG 4569 Level 3B mine blast protection |
| armament | 12.7mm or 7.62mm RWS, optional Sarp station |
| range_km | 700 |
| max_speed_kmh | 110 |
| weight_tonnes | 14 |
Operators
- Tunisia
- Türkiye
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