Here is something interesting that is perhaps aimed for VIPs and the people who love to live dangerously. International Armoring Corporation has announced that they have designed a bulletproof version of the 2010 BMW 750i that should be appealing to the ones holding government or are in need of heightened security.

With these new armored BMWs, potential attacks against powerful handguns and high-powered rifles can bolster the security measures needed by personalities such as celebrities or politicians. IAC has been known to produce lightweight armor (ARMORMAX) which should address issues concerning suspensions and car performance as far as the BMW 750i is concerned.

Aside from the standard armor for the vehicle body, people who avail of this bulletproof package will also include fuel tank, battery and ECM protection as well as run-flat tire bands. Standard Base Armoring packages are priced at US$52,500.00 for the B4 level of protection and US$82,350.00 for the B6 level.

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The technology shown by the Survival Consultants International people may be geared towards the military vehicles but I wouldn’t be surprised it the same technology would soon be applied to commercial and private vehicles. With the world getting to be a dangerous place to live in, it is apparent that advanced modes of safety has become a need with reference to world terrorism.

We are aware of airbags and how they are set off once cars get into accidents or collisions. With this new technology, the airbags were designed to withstands blasts for military personnel which could be typified to the various bombings which has been plaguing the world. No one can tell when such would hit the public but perhaps a safer interior airbag system of the same nature would be suitable.

The key here is the sensor, allowing the system to make use of the light sensors to ignite the airbags to safeguard the vehicle passengers. Leave it to the car manufacturers to pick up a thing or two from this and apply it to the modern day vehicle. It is something that will really be useful.

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In perhaps what may very well look like the next form of advanced military transport, three production-representative MRAP All Terrain Vehicles (M-ATV) from Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation, have arrived at the U.S. Army’s Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland today for military evaluation.

The Oshkosh M-ATV is designed to meet the U.S. Armed Services’ urgent need requirement for a well-protected vehicle than can thrive in operations on Afghanistan’s rugged and mountainous off-road terrain. In addition to meeting these mobility demands, the Oshkosh M-ATV provides the superior crew protection that military forces need by incorporating an armor system from Plasan North America, which developed the armor system in use on more than 5,000 current MRAP vehicles and for the Armored Cab Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacements (MTVR) in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The Oshkosh M-ATV’s superior mobility is achieved with the integration of the company’s TAK-4 independent suspension system. The same system is used on more than 10,000 MTVRs, which are renowned for their advanced crew-protection capabilities and unmatched mobility in off-road operations, including those in Afghanistan. Oshkosh recently was awarded a contract to integrate the TAK-4 system onto MRAPs in the field to improve mobility.

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Tags: armed services, Armor, independent suspension, independent suspension system, military evaluation, military forces, military transport, mrap vehicles, north america, oshkosh, replacements, terrain vehicles, u s army

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If you thought the Security X5 that BMW showcased last August was cool, check this one out. Recently announced as the BMW X5 Security Plus this car would be sure to make any owner feel safe inside of it.

The Security Plus features thicker bullet proof glass (which can withstand a bullet from an AK47), more armor in its body panels, as well as reinforced joints all around. It also has a modified suspension system, run-flat tires, an intercom system and to top it all off, flashing lights and loud sirens.

Under the hood this thing is packin a 4.8 liter V8 engine outputting 355 horposwer capable of sprinting from 0-62mph in 8.2 seconds and a top speed of 112mph. You’re probably saying 112 with 355hp, right? Well, Autoblog is reporting that this thing has an electronic limiter, bummer.

Tags: Armor, bulletproof, Plus, security, x5

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If you happen to be in Las Vegas you have to check out SEMA 2008. Besides the regular and concept cars, make sure you get a look at the Knight XV armored SUV. It’s based on the Gurkha military vehicle, the Ford F-350 Super Duty-based Knight XV will offer you some protection. The 10,000 pounds of armor and everything else is powered by a 6.8 liter V10 which will get you 400 hp and 500 lb.-ft. 40-inch tires wrapped around 20-inch aircraft grade wheels, ABS, E85 eco-friendly gas are just some other features you might be interested in.

In case you want one, make sure you are one of the first 100 buyers. The car will cost $295,000 so go check your credit line if you want one.

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Tags: 2008, Armor, SEMA, SUV

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