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29 Jan BUYING OSPREA’S MAMBA™ MK7?EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Are you looking to purchase the Mamba™ Mk7? This vehicle is a true game-changer in the world of armoured protection. Built on the legacy of the iconic South African Mamba, the Mk7 takes everything to a whole new level with its armament, mobility, ease of maintenance and performance. Designed to excel in the most challenging environments, the Mamba™ Mk7 has proven itself as the go-to choice for peacekeeping, counter-terrorism, and military operations worldwide. Read on to discover everything you need to know about this powerful, reliable armoured vehicle.

The Mamba™ Mk7 MRAP

The Mamba™ Mk7 is built on the renowned Mamba™ APC platform, which has become a staple in peacekeeping worldwide. The Mamba family traces its origins to the iconic South African Mamba, widely recognized as the father of modern MRAP vehicles. Since its inception, the Mamba™ has evolved through three generations—the Mk5 Magirus, Mk5 Iveco, and now the Mk7 range—each delivering substantial improvements in power, protection, and performance.

Protection

Protection is at the heart of the Mamba™ Mk7 design, ensuring crew survivability in the most hostile situations. Every aspect of the vehicle, from its armour to its driving dynamics, is engineered to protect personnel. The Mk7 boasts advanced protection systems against landmines, IEDs, and ballistic threats, making it one of the safest vehicles in its class.

Key protection features include:

  • Key protection features include:
  • AEP55 STANAG level 4a and 4b for blast protection
  • B7 ballistic protection all around
  • STANAG Level 3 for 7.62x54AP
  • Proven stopping capacity against up to .50 caliber rounds

The Mamba™ Mk7 also offers optional passive RPG protection, making it a highly customizable vehicle tailored to your operational needs. Despite its powerful protection capabilities, the Mamba™ Mk7 maintains a curb weight of under 11.5 tons, offering both strength and agility.

The Mamba™ Mk7 offers superior mobility, designed for tactical advantage in any terrain or environment:

  • 13.5 m turning circle for urban performance
  • Hill climb capability of 70%
  • Step climb of 600 mm
  • Fording depth of 1,000 mm
  • Clearance of 350 mm
  • Range of over 800 km

Its mechanical powertrain is a key feature, ensuring reliability and ease of maintenance. Powered by a robust, air-cooled, mechanically injected engine, the Mamba™ Mk7 requires no electronic management systems, making it easier to repair in the field.

Customizable

One of the standout features of the Mamba™ Mk7 is its modularity. It can be configured for a wide range of roles, including:

  • Troop carrier
  • Command and Control
  • Ambulance
  • Emergency recovery vehicle
  • EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal)
  • IED interrogator arm vehicle

This flexibility is crucial for military forces with diverse operational needs, and it significantly reduces training requirements, simplifying maintenance and ensuring greater utility in the field.

Manufacturing in Your Country

Osprea’s commitment to long-term partnerships means that the Mamba™ Mk7 can be assembled locally, depending on your country’s capabilities. Osprea provides complete and semi-knock down kits for assembly and offers expertise to local manufacturers. This capacity-building approach enables countries to meet their military and economic needs while developing their defense industries.

Specifications

Here are the key specifications of the Mamba™ Mk7:

  • Length: 6,273 mm (247 in)
  • Width: 2,542 mm (101 in)
  • Height: 2,822 mm (111 in)
  • Weight: 14,900 kg (33,000 lb)
  • Power-to-weight ratio: 13.5 kW/t (18.1 hp/t)
  • Ballistic protection: B7 all-round, AEP55 STANAG 3 for 7.62x54AP, stops .50 cal
  • Blast protection: AEP55 STANAG 4a and 4b
  • Max road speed: 105 km/h (65.6 mph)

Operational range: 805 km (500 mi)

The Mamba™ Mk7 can be airlifted by C130, A400, C17, and C5 aircraft, offering operational flexibility and rapid deployment.

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