BMC Kirpi is a heavy armored troop carrier. Its primary objective is to transfer personnel from one place to another while protecting them against all kind of threats. It can take different operational roles by being equipped with required mission equipment. The Kirpi design process started in 2008. The first prototype was produced in 2009.

May 23, 2024 · The Kirpi uses a V-shape chassis to increase vehicle and crew survivability by deflecting an upward directed blast from a landmine (or Improvised Explosive Device) away from the vehicle, while also presenting a sloped armor face. The Kirpi provides also powerful ballistic and blast protection.

Feb 8, 2024 · The KIRPI II features an independent suspension system and composite armor, significantly enhancing vehicle mobility while offering reinforced protection against mines, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and ballistic attacks.

Jul 9, 2021 · Selimi has mentioned Kirpi vehicles but there is no information about them. BMC’s Vuran is Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP). The vehicle is designed and manufactured by the Turkish armoured vehicle manufacturer BMC to …

Kosovo: A deal to purchase Vuran has been signed in 2021. [14][15] First vehicles, 2 120 mm mortar variants, were delivered and accepted into service with Kosovo Security Force in late 2022.

Feb 5, 2020 · BMC Kirpi is a mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicle (MRAP) manufactured by Turkish commercial and military vehicle manufacturer BMC Otomotiv Sanayi ve Ticaret.

Nov 14, 2024 · Kosova kishte nënshkruar me Turqinë një kontratë për blerjen e 14 automjeteve të blinduara të tipit Vuran dhe KIRPI, prodhime të industrisë turke të mbrojtjes. Kontrata u zyrtarizua në vitin 2021, ndërsa automjetet pritej të arrinin në Kosovë në fillim të vitit 2022.

Jul 10, 2021 · Kosovo has signed a contract for the purchase of 14 armored military vehicles from Turkey, according to sources for Radio Free Europe. Sources from the Kosovo Security Force reported the purchase of four Vuran type vehicles, as well as ten KIRPI type vehicles, also equipped with weapons.

Dec 27, 2024 · Bosnia and Herzegovina is set to strengthen its defense capabilities with the acquisition of Bayraktar TB2 drones and Kirpi II armored vehicles from Türkiye, Defense Minister Zukan Helez announced.

BMC KİRPİ (4X4) Ambulance - Mine Resistant Vehicle developed by BMC is bestowed with the general technical features of the other members of the Kirpi family, all the while being capable of performing as a full-fledged ambulance thanks to its custom-design interior.