APC Novator
The Novator (Ukrainian: Новатор) is a light armored vehicle, designed by the Ukrainian Armor company of Ukraine.[1][2] Сreated for patrolling in mountainous terrain and during the termination of group violations of public order, conducting special operations for the elimination of massive disturbances, the search and detention of criminals who constitute an increased public danger, transportation of wounded and persons taken into custody.[3]
Novator | |
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Novator at military fair in Kyiv | |
Type | Light armoured vehicle |
Place of origin | Ukraine |
Service history | |
Used by | Ukrainian Armed Forces |
Production history | |
Designed | 2017 |
Manufacturer | Ukrainian Armor |
Produced | 2019-present |
Specifications | |
Length | 6.5 m |
Width | 2.35 m (93 in) |
Height | 2.3 m |
Crew | 2 |
Armor | B6+ standart |
Main armament | Remote weapon station (optional) |
Engine | 6,7L 4V OHV Power STROKE V8 Turbo Diesel B20 |
Transmission | Ford Torqshift six-speed automatic (five-speed in some early models) |
Ground clearance | 300 mm |
Fuel capacity | 160 litres |
Operational range | Up to 700 km |
Maximum speed | Up to 140 km/h on road |
Technical description
The car develops a maximum speed of 120 km/h, protects the crew, landing gear, main units and aggregates and has high dynamic qualities, increased possibility and smoothness of the run, capable of overcoming high distances with high and average speed, protects when shot from the rifle SVD, even with 10 meters. The car performs fast maneuvers under difficult conditions due to the ideal distribution of the load on the axle.
The vehicle seems to be protect with an armour to offer protection against firing of small arms and shell splinters.
The design of the vehicle is divided in three main parts with the engine at the front, crew and troop compartment in the middle and cargo area at the rear. It can accommodate five military personnel with two seats at the front and three at the rear.
The Varta Novator has a length of 5.80 m, a width of 2.405 m and a height of 2.164 m. It has a gross weight of 9,000 kg and a payload capacity of up to 1,000 kg. The vehicle is motorized with a 6,7l turbo diesel engine developing 300 hp. The Varta Novator can run at maximum road speed of 140 km/h with a maximum cruising range of 700 km.[4]
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References
- "Armored Cars: Ukrainian Armor Varta-Novator". 21st Century Asian Arms Race. 2018-03-01. Retrieved 2019-11-18.
- "Varta Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC), Ukraine". Army Technology. Retrieved 2019-11-18.
- "Ukrainian Armor".
- https://www.armyrecognition.com/weapons_defence_industry_military_technology_uk/armour_company_of_ukraine_varta_novator_4x4_armoured_successfully_tested.html
- "Армія отримала одразу 40 новітніх бронеавтомобілів "Новатор" від "Української бронетехніки"". November 15, 2019.