VAB Mk 3
Type: Armored Fighting Vehicle
Domain: land
Country of Origin: Morocco
Manufacturer: Arquus
First Deployed: 2012
Overview
Morocco operates the VAB (Véhicule de l'Avant Blindé) Mk 3 wheeled armored vehicle, procured through French defense cooperation. The VAB is a 6x6 armored vehicle designed for infantry transport, fire support, and command roles. Morocco acquired the Mk 3 modernized variant featuring improved armor protection, updated diesel engine, and modular mission systems. The VAB is used by Moroccan rapid reaction forces and for UN/AU peacekeeping deployments. France shares the platform, providing familiar maintenance and logistics infrastructure. Morocco has deployed VABs in UN operations in Africa.
Technical Specifications
| Crew | 2 + 10 troops |
|---|---|
| Range | 1,000 km |
| Engine | Renault DXi7 diesel (280 hp) |
| Weight | 15.5 tonnes (Mk 3) |
| Armament | Various RWS options; 7.62mm or 12.7mm MG |
| Max Speed | 92 km/h |
| Protection | STANAG Level 2 standard; optional Level 3 armor kit |
| Configuration | 6×6 wheeled |
Operators
- Cyprus
- France
- Indonesia
- Ivory Coast
- Lebanon
- Morocco
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