2013 Carbon TX7 MMV

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBeVryJM7FgiMX6cuDVqm9dBYcdJaQs7t8O2ukmlyHE_qR9u-IE0owH5mDXN5LJUo3aZ6bf3t14BpNORbO54pwyOHV7C9ce2v-BSe2TPreyjWu0HaQBL_B4CNRdzgC9fwXzRf6_THL-cn/s1600/TX7-3.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBeVryJM7FgiMX6cuDVqm9dBYcdJaQs7t8O2ukmlyHE_qR9u-IE0owH5mDXN5LJUo3aZ6bf3t14BpNORbO54pwyOHV7C9ce2v-BSe2TPreyjWu0HaQBL_B4CNRdzgC9fwXzRf6_THL-cn/s1600/TX7-3.jpg" height="373" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBeVryJM7FgiMX6cuDVqm9dBYcdJaQs7t8O2ukmlyHE_qR9u-IE0owH5mDXN5LJUo3aZ6bf3t14BpNORbO54pwyOHV7C9ce2v-BSe2TPreyjWu0HaQBL_B4CNRdzgC9fwXzRf6_THL-cn/s1600/TX7-3.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />Carbon Motors has unveiled their TX7 Multi Mission Vehicle (MMV) in Dec 17, 2012 .<br /><br />The TX7 will include infrared, thermal imaging and sensors for detecting chemical, biological and radioactive substances. <span class="fullpost">Officials hope the vehicle will spur a market for greater cooperation—and joint purchases—among smaller police and fire agencies.<br /><br />The TX7 will be powered by a diesel V8 with clean technology. The engine manufacturer has not been disclosed, Stacy Dean Stephens, Carbon’s chief brand officer and director of marketing communications, said. The four-wheel drive chassis to be used in the vehicle is on the market.<br /><br />The TX7 has a starting price of $149,950, and Carbon Motors says it’s ready to start building them as soon as the second half of 2013.<br /><br /><br /></span><br /><center><span class="fullpost"><a alt="2013 Carbon Motors TX7" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBeVryJM7FgiMX6cuDVqm9dBYcdJaQs7t8O2ukmlyHE_qR9u-IE0owH5mDXN5LJUo3aZ6bf3t14BpNORbO54pwyOHV7C9ce2v-BSe2TPreyjWu0HaQBL_B4CNRdzgC9fwXzRf6_THL-cn/s1600/TX7-3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="70" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBeVryJM7FgiMX6cuDVqm9dBYcdJaQs7t8O2ukmlyHE_qR9u-IE0owH5mDXN5LJUo3aZ6bf3t14BpNORbO54pwyOHV7C9ce2v-BSe2TPreyjWu0HaQBL_B4CNRdzgC9fwXzRf6_THL-cn/s200/TX7-3.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="2013 Carbon Motors TX7" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFsIhOw1_kLLzBnQhVi677_QxWG7Qa-8sluaHga5k-0hbGzFdIYN6utKOGYXigwt6vfPc6PWWhR2Pb9r-OviPhom2pH2LE_uE8xoG2oEcAREVq_rz6LXD8DyMOWabBLGmvchPKZuu1FOrp/s1600/TX7-1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="70" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFsIhOw1_kLLzBnQhVi677_QxWG7Qa-8sluaHga5k-0hbGzFdIYN6utKOGYXigwt6vfPc6PWWhR2Pb9r-OviPhom2pH2LE_uE8xoG2oEcAREVq_rz6LXD8DyMOWabBLGmvchPKZuu1FOrp/s200/TX7-1.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="2013 Carbon Motors TX7" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiXDyLOLN_ljkifDXJ46FK-7BlkCIXXPVXUxGtmXuSRgmhWZK-dqc-rXU9l6fpa3PxaJUTmKXDU12Y9op_JzRKyPRNAX1A4OhbEG-4qLyT9l9r7JKdT6Qz29QmtioeXa0PGlwRaElSvZDN/s1600/TX7-2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="70" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiXDyLOLN_ljkifDXJ46FK-7BlkCIXXPVXUxGtmXuSRgmhWZK-dqc-rXU9l6fpa3PxaJUTmKXDU12Y9op_JzRKyPRNAX1A4OhbEG-4qLyT9l9r7JKdT6Qz29QmtioeXa0PGlwRaElSvZDN/s200/TX7-2.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="2013 Carbon Motors TX7" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2qm6Qhcq006KZnd5zcFCcqutT7plK419jlq5KDrUR8ZA4gjlbWBfH0VLm9Sh3UHrzqeVDzsnNXwCqmPzoJi0kmiZ2Qt68qXhZb30Il_8pKtSiwKDVSiHqH6EnbZId_RgwnlVfV4rkGAD4/s1600/TX7-4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="70" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2qm6Qhcq006KZnd5zcFCcqutT7plK419jlq5KDrUR8ZA4gjlbWBfH0VLm9Sh3UHrzqeVDzsnNXwCqmPzoJi0kmiZ2Qt68qXhZb30Il_8pKtSiwKDVSiHqH6EnbZId_RgwnlVfV4rkGAD4/s200/TX7-4.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="2013 Carbon Motors TX7" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh22OuXLpmk7GYu-79_yozx8yx2n_kEN4ybkYN3OPu_NNxHfCiKjPl8WahKqd1lnEsEiyKZTRVTX3jWZvWv0tfAXW2NIelVTmq3ep6F5fmZ49xTa6H-BXfuoY5r4rdDPGXEtpWhvwsE2ju9/s1600/171326094991400478.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="70" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh22OuXLpmk7GYu-79_yozx8yx2n_kEN4ybkYN3OPu_NNxHfCiKjPl8WahKqd1lnEsEiyKZTRVTX3jWZvWv0tfAXW2NIelVTmq3ep6F5fmZ49xTa6H-BXfuoY5r4rdDPGXEtpWhvwsE2ju9/s200/171326094991400478.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="2013 Carbon Motors TX7" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibcC4go9vtWcybk3XfnsCZWu5AqhNh_S3ghch8FaB5-rfMNJFFRfAUHENGRzwYBqP_ZMkKlbLxcHhIOEEfivKgmPrQ9517OUnPRokB8riSci_fiuKdQ2OZEm_tIYFPwbCGgzs9BSEW9Ovw/s1600/16441772502045520981.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="70" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibcC4go9vtWcybk3XfnsCZWu5AqhNh_S3ghch8FaB5-rfMNJFFRfAUHENGRzwYBqP_ZMkKlbLxcHhIOEEfivKgmPrQ9517OUnPRokB8riSci_fiuKdQ2OZEm_tIYFPwbCGgzs9BSEW9Ovw/s200/16441772502045520981.jpg" width="130" /></a> </span></center><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><b>Press Release</b><br /><b><br /></b> <b><i>Carbon Motors Begins Taking Orders Globally for 2013 Carbon TX7</i></b><br /><i><br /></i> <i>Breakthrough Multi Mission Vehicle Drives Company Forward</i><br /><i><br /></i> <i>INDIANA — In a bold strategic move forward, Carbon Motors announced today that it will begin taking orders for the Carbon TX7 – a breakthrough, Multi Mission Vehicle (MMV) offering integrated incident command, surveillance, prisoner transport and personnel carrying capabilities in an innovative and flexible package not available in the marketplace today (photos here). Production is slated to begin in late 2013 ahead of full-scale production of the Carbon E7.</i><br /><i><br /></i> <i>The TX7 is powered by a V-8 clean diesel engine and 6-speed automatic transmission driving all four wheels in 4×4 configuration with 10-person seating capability. For communities promoting an environmentally responsible approach, the Company is planning to offer a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powertrain as an option. Innovations in power management, including piloting of certain solar array technologies, are also planned.</i><br /><i><br /></i> <i>Law enforcement agencies currently deploy a variety of singularly focused, specialty vehicles in situations such as disaster management, search and rescue, warrant service, perimeter security, etc. These vehicles can range in price from several hundred thousand dollars, up to $2 million and carry extremely high operating costs.</i><br /><i><br /></i> <i>The TX7 is positioned to bridge the gap between patrol vehicles and these highly specialized vehicles with a starting price of only $149,950. Its diversity allows for a more affordable and flexible vehicle that is deployable more frequently and under a broader scope of scenarios reducing government expenditures. Infrared, thermal imaging and weapons of mass destruction sensors – chemical, biological and radiation – further enhance its mission readiness.</i><br /><i><br /></i> <i>The lower price point makes it more accessible to smaller agencies that may not consider purchasing one of the more specialized, premium positioned carriers or coaches. In some cases, the TX7 will increase the market opportunity for joint jurisdiction purchases among smaller agencies.</i><br /><i><br /></i> <i>For the 638 law enforcement agencies that have already placed 24,442 reservations for the purpose-built Carbon E7 Pursuit and Surveillance Vehicle (PSV), Carbon Motors will offer special TX7 pricing. Deliveries of the TX7 are planned to commence during the second half of 2013. Orders may be placed at www.carbonmotors.com by authorized law enforcement authorities globally.</i><br /><i><br /></i> <i>“As we announced in March, we have committed to secure the financing for the Carbon E7 privately, and the Carbon TX7 is an integral strategic part of moving Carbon Motors from a start-up company to a full operating company ahead of producing the highly sought after Carbon E7. We are focused on our long-term mission of becoming the global authority on law enforcement technology with a portfolio of purpose-built vehicles,” said William Santana Li, chairman and chief executive officer, Carbon Motors Corporation.</i><br /><i><br /></i> <i>First Pure Justice Tour Stop Outside of the USA to be in Dubai</i><br /><i>The Company also announced today its first stop on the 2013 Pure Justice Tour. After completing 73 stops in 25 states, Carbon Motors will make its first stop outside of the USA at the Intersec Conference being held in Dubai during January 15 – 17, 2013. Over 35 countries have requested exports of the Company’s products to date.</i><br /><i><br /></i> <i>About Carbon Motors Corporation</i><br /><i>Carbon Motors Corporation’s long-term mission is to be the world leader in law enforcement vehicle technology by producing a portfolio of innovative purpose-built specialty vehicles for the global market. Learn more at www.carbonmotors.com.</i><br /></span>

2013 Carbon TX7 MMV

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2011 Ariel Atom Mugen Limited Edition

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioUMfhpyr1-kCpZUUShdvN2dGKfwGdZyTWOJdSVQNL9PXnHCa_lZEnigWWdOLuwWoyav9DLg-trqjeivBaDGXN6BpuOqRwhBEeHgwGQTyf19pLSR4eT2RIvcOL24bW-y3GPzSSf7V8GpA/s1600/01-mugen-atom.jpg"><img height="420" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioUMfhpyr1-kCpZUUShdvN2dGKfwGdZyTWOJdSVQNL9PXnHCa_lZEnigWWdOLuwWoyav9DLg-trqjeivBaDGXN6BpuOqRwhBEeHgwGQTyf19pLSR4eT2RIvcOL24bW-y3GPzSSf7V8GpA/s1600/01-mugen-atom.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />Ariel is launching a more powerful, Mugen-tuned version of its Atom sports car to celebrate the model’s 10th anniversary.<br /><br />The original Honda K20Z Type R engine receives a small power upgrade for a total of 198 kW, which is an increase of 18 kW. Just 10 examples of the car will be built, each featuring a special livery and a numbered plate signed by the Mugen and Ariel technicians responsible for its build.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The Ariel Atom Mugen will be shown at the Autosport show in January, when full prices and final spec will be announced.<br /><br />via: <a href="http://www.sacarfan.co.za/2011/01/anniversary-edition-ariel-atom-mugen/">sacarfan</a><br /><br /><br /><center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioUMfhpyr1-kCpZUUShdvN2dGKfwGdZyTWOJdSVQNL9PXnHCa_lZEnigWWdOLuwWoyav9DLg-trqjeivBaDGXN6BpuOqRwhBEeHgwGQTyf19pLSR4eT2RIvcOL24bW-y3GPzSSf7V8GpA/s1600/01-mugen-atom.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="edition Ariel AtomAriel Atom" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5562770556489773074" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioUMfhpyr1-kCpZUUShdvN2dGKfwGdZyTWOJdSVQNL9PXnHCa_lZEnigWWdOLuwWoyav9DLg-trqjeivBaDGXN6BpuOqRwhBEeHgwGQTyf19pLSR4eT2RIvcOL24bW-y3GPzSSf7V8GpA/s200/01-mugen-atom.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 86px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEuHrWQE5mvJJadn6jAetZvOWbe2RzYTWbuShbE2V6of9ici7Sl62SM2UlE4lN6xOT5JWoQbU6JPov8tY9xgcuthRtvKnhdA1dalWQcpTnMwVgmXlDdHY7GJIc0LSszW-GzZIA7afwYs/s1600/02-mugen-atom.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="edition Ariel AtomAriel Atom" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5562770321023361634" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEuHrWQE5mvJJadn6jAetZvOWbe2RzYTWbuShbE2V6of9ici7Sl62SM2UlE4lN6xOT5JWoQbU6JPov8tY9xgcuthRtvKnhdA1dalWQcpTnMwVgmXlDdHY7GJIc0LSszW-GzZIA7afwYs/s200/02-mugen-atom.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 86px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcGyWugCBdd_5l49Ht20jQ4niNmw2gLX12-Nclbwnxfk2BWt8T-ysJexWJgfnh2smUyNK7TARm2PtBRlWkN-_R5LCZSXXPnPi8xQop-pTtoUsgty13HAxY7p0WUgvEfeutxJ5lKbVJmok/s1600/03-mugen-atom.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="edition Ariel AtomAriel Atom" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5562769978789131778" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcGyWugCBdd_5l49Ht20jQ4niNmw2gLX12-Nclbwnxfk2BWt8T-ysJexWJgfnh2smUyNK7TARm2PtBRlWkN-_R5LCZSXXPnPi8xQop-pTtoUsgty13HAxY7p0WUgvEfeutxJ5lKbVJmok/s200/03-mugen-atom.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 86px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL2Vie66hMxrE7zgBDs2TxHh0gUlPMaGXAR-GuN79iU3zC7ym-xE2O5XG8RbEx8S9IDmGJEBmFr1egOulhh9KEvV4UglDnlVuUxslL0qs1soyM36S6YXFyZYFE2aoCLYuZd0k6JlxqcnA/s1600/04-mugen-atom.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="edition Ariel AtomAriel Atom" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5562769799197030242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL2Vie66hMxrE7zgBDs2TxHh0gUlPMaGXAR-GuN79iU3zC7ym-xE2O5XG8RbEx8S9IDmGJEBmFr1egOulhh9KEvV4UglDnlVuUxslL0qs1soyM36S6YXFyZYFE2aoCLYuZd0k6JlxqcnA/s200/04-mugen-atom.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 86px;" /></a> </center><br /><br /><b>Press Release<br /><br /><i>ARIEL ATOM MUGEN</i></b><i><br /><br /><b>History</b><br />A collaboration between Ariel and Mugen, the latest version of the original 'no screen, no roof, no<br />doors' Atom celebrates 10 years of production and 1000 Atoms manufactured. Made in a Limited<br />Edition of just 10 cars for each of the 10 years, each signed and numbered, the Atom Mugen has a<br />special livery of red chassis, white bodywork and red graphics showing the number of the car to<br />reflect the unique union of Ariel, Mugen and Honda. Featuring a tuned Mugen Honda engine and a<br />high level specification, plus the opportunity to further option the car, this latest Atom gives further<br />choice to the driver looking for the ultimate, normally aspirated trackday car.<br /><br />Mugen (meaning unlimited in Japanese) engines have famously powered hundreds of race and<br />championship winners, including Formula 1, since 1973 when Hirotoshi Honda, son of Soichiro<br />Honda, founded the company. Basing their work almost exclusively around Honda powerplants,<br />Mugen was an obvious partner for Ariel who have used the Honda Type R engine in the Atom for<br />over 7 years. Working closely together on the project Ariel and Mugen found many similarities in<br />their approach to the project, resulting in a hand built engine in a truly handbuilt car.<br /><br /><b>Engine</b><br />Heart of the Atom Mugen is the Honda K20Z Type R engine, which is tuned by Mugen to produce<br />270bhp at 8600rpm in normally aspirated form. Each Atom Mugen engine is stripped, measured and<br />fully blueprinted at Mugen Europe's Northampton headquarters. The engines are reassembled with<br />high performance, higher compression pistons, high lift camshafts and new valve springs. A longer<br />freeflow inlet manifold is fitted with a bigger diameter throttle body together with race grade spark<br />plugs. The engine also features a full baffled sump and is finished with a carbon fibre Mugen cover.<br />After assembly each engine is tested on the Mugen dynamometer and carefully run in prior to full<br />power test. After 7 days of work on every engine they are bore scoped and inspected prior to sign<br />off. A lightened balanced flywheel is fitted together with a limited slip differential to the close ratio<br />Honda 6 speed gearbox prior to installation in the Atom.<br /><br /><b>Specification</b><br />Specification of the car includes many Ariel options as standard as well as additional parts unique to<br />the Atom Mugen. High performance Alcon 4 pot lightweight callipers, finished in red, and ventilated<br />discs are fitted front and rear. The 4 way adjustable damper/spring package is a modified version of<br />that found on the Atom V8 with remote reservoir lightweight aluminium dampers which have two<br />compression adjustments and one rebound adjustment with 2 piece dual rate springs fitted with rate<br />adjusters. This coupled with the standard adjustable Atom wishbones, gives the owner very high<br />adjustability for track or road. Each Atom can therefore be set up exactly for each owner and their<br />use with the ability to carry out further adjustment to suit particular driving preferences or styles.<br />Yokohama AO48 trackday tyres are standard specification, fitted to lightweight, white Ariel<br />magnesium wheels.<br /><br />In front of the driver is a new LCD flat screen display housed in a carbon fibre instrument panel. The<br />multi function display is programmable with the ability for the driver to scroll through displays via<br />menu buttons and also shows 3 colour gearshift lights and standard warning lights. A master alert<br />warns if any function goes outside programmed perameters for quick and easy reference on track.<br />Additional data information, such as lap times and logging, can be viewed through the display to bring<br />another element to the serious track day driver. 3" FIA full harnesses with crutch straps are fitted for<br />both driver and passenger as standard with options of further competition parts for racing.<br /><br /><b>Performance</b><br />Performance of the Atom Mugen gives 0-60mph (100kph) in 2.9 seconds and a top speed of<br />150mph, with torque increased to 255Nm @ 6,000 rpm.<br /><br />Every engine is built by one Mugen technician and every Atom is built by Ariel technician, with both<br />signing off the engine and car only when they are satisfied, reflected in a numbered build plate on<br />each car. The particular and special skills available in producing racing and low volume cars are<br />demonstrated in the Atom Mugen in a way that wouldn't be possible to large volume manufacturers.<br />Said Simon Saunders of Ariel, "The advantages of being small are obvious in this latest Atom. It's a<br />handbuilt car, tailored to suit individual customers who we know and like as friends and who are<br />passionate about their cars and driving. The ability for Mugen to handbuild a performance engine,<br />coupled with the legendary Honda reliability, takes this one stage further."<br /><br />The formula of Ariel + Honda + Mugen has resulted in a very special car that takes the trackday car<br />to another level.</i><br /></span><p></p>

2011 Ariel Atom Mugen Limited Edition

Ariel is launching a more powerful, Mugen-tuned version of its Atom sports car to celebrate the model’s 10th anniversary. The original Honda...

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Land Rover Discovery 4 Armoured

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ8Txh8zN6xF0-OQTAPbnErR-9A80QDliF4OdfTWZxoDFcB-KaKvuCaeAbPUjk-JW4kuEcoqisCDOWGSRYnuBb7YPcm2MerKfwGYk8suNgJFdMrxYPQ9FQnz9i3OmcOCzHfW0kCEh0fYY/s1600/Land_Rover-Discovery_4_Armoured_2011_1024x768_wallpaper_01.jpg"><img height="449" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ8Txh8zN6xF0-OQTAPbnErR-9A80QDliF4OdfTWZxoDFcB-KaKvuCaeAbPUjk-JW4kuEcoqisCDOWGSRYnuBb7YPcm2MerKfwGYk8suNgJFdMrxYPQ9FQnz9i3OmcOCzHfW0kCEh0fYY/s1600/Land_Rover-Discovery_4_Armoured_2011_1024x768_wallpaper_01.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />Land Rover has revealed the Discovery 4 Armoured Vehicle, The model replaces the outgoing Discovery 3 model, offering the same great off-road capability and level of protection, but an updated specification to keep up with the times.<br /><br />The new Discovery 4 model features a more powerful 5.0-liter LR-V8 direct-injection petrol engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. This combination produces a total of 375 HP that can get the SUV from 0-60mph in just 10.6 seconds.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The base car underwent endless engineering changes to safeguard best float as well as doing opening, in spite of a combined weight of a shield. Although a SUV weighs 3550 kg (7826 lbs) heavy duty 6-caliper front as well as 4-caliper back Alcon front brakes safeguard a vehicle stops as well as a standard chronicle. The wheels have been wrapped in run flat Goodyear Wrangler HP All Weather Tires, ensuring the quick-getaway even if the tires are punctured.<br /><br />From the exterior it’s hard to spot the difference, mainly because there is no immediate difference; it all looks pretty much the same. Nonetheless, every bit of protection plating has been blended in with the car’s design and passes all European compliance standards.<br /><br />The all-wheel drive Discovery 4 Armoured is also fitted with a Terrain Response System which has various settings that adapt to most types of surfaces such as mud, grass or rocks.<br />The Land Rover Discovery 4 Armoured comes with a 3-year, 80,000 km factory warranty on both the vehicle and the armour.<br /><br /><br /><center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ8Txh8zN6xF0-OQTAPbnErR-9A80QDliF4OdfTWZxoDFcB-KaKvuCaeAbPUjk-JW4kuEcoqisCDOWGSRYnuBb7YPcm2MerKfwGYk8suNgJFdMrxYPQ9FQnz9i3OmcOCzHfW0kCEh0fYY/s1600/Land_Rover-Discovery_4_Armoured_2011_1024x768_wallpaper_01.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="Land Rover Discovery 4 armoured vehicle" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5552951527748547570" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ8Txh8zN6xF0-OQTAPbnErR-9A80QDliF4OdfTWZxoDFcB-KaKvuCaeAbPUjk-JW4kuEcoqisCDOWGSRYnuBb7YPcm2MerKfwGYk8suNgJFdMrxYPQ9FQnz9i3OmcOCzHfW0kCEh0fYY/s200/Land_Rover-Discovery_4_Armoured_2011_1024x768_wallpaper_01.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; 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cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 97px;" /></a></center><br /><br /><b>Press Release</b><br /><br /> <div style="display: block;" class="pressrelease"> <p><strong><i>Land Rover Introduces Powerful New Discovery 4 Armoured Vehicle</i></strong></p> <p><i>Gaydon, Warwickshire, December 17, 2010 - Land Rover is enhancing its range of factory-supported armoured vehicles with the launch of the powerful new Discovery 4 Armoured.</i></p> <p><i>Replacing the successful Discovery 3 model, the Discovery 4 Armoured offers the same legendary all-terrain capability and state-of-the-art protection, but features an upgraded specification to deliver superior levels of performance, luxury and style.</i></p> <p><i>Compared to the previous model, the Discovery 4 Armoured offers a more powerful 5.0-litre LR-V8 petrol engine, improved passive safety with an airbag restraint system for driver and front passenger, and a more luxurious interior with premium leather seats.</i></p> <p><i>With discreet armouring and a generous 500kg payload, the new model provides highly versatile, safe and comfortable transportation for five people and their luggage.</i></p> <p><i>Benefiting from Land Rover's extensive experience in the armoured vehicle market, the Discovery 4 Armoured is supplied with a full three-year, 80,000km factory warranty on the base vehicle and armour, along with comprehensive after-sales support from specialised technicians.</i></p> <p><i>"The new Discovery 4 Armoured offers an outstanding breadth of capability, and enables occupants to travel across challenging terrains in confidence and safety," says John Graham, Commercial Manager Armoured Programs, Land Rover.</i></p> <p><i>"Developed by Land Rover in partnership with global leaders in vehicle security, the Discovery 4 is the ideal choice for government agencies, security organisations and businesses whose employees are exposed to high-risk locations."</i></p> <p><i><strong>Fully certified armouring systems</strong><br />Although virtually indistinguishable from the standard model, the Discovery 4 Armoured features ballistic steel armour and glazing which provides ballistic protection in accordance with European standards BS EN1522 level FB6 and BS EN 1063 level BR6 respectively.</i></p> <p><i>Developed in partnership with the vehicle armouring specialists Centigon, it also provides blast protection against 15kg TNT (or equivalent) detonated in close proximity to the vehicle and under floor protection against two DM51 hand grenades. The protection offered was certified by QinetiQ®, a globally recognised independent blast and ballistic testing organisation.</i></p> <p><i>"Rather than relying on testing the individual armour components, we have ensured that the entire vehicle is independently certified to B6 standards, so that we can be completely confident of its ballistic integrity," added John Graham.</i></p> <p><i>Comprehensive engineering changes have been made to the base vehicle to ensure that it maintains optimum ride and handling on all surfaces, despite the additional mass of the armour.</i></p> <p><i>The Discovery 4 chassis features independent air suspension, and modifications that include uprated air springs and retuned dampers, larger diameter anti-roll bars, and heavy duty Alcon disc brakes front and rear.</i></p> <p><i>Land Rover engineers have also enhanced the passive Safety Systems in the new Discovery 4 Armoured, with driver's steering wheel and passenger fascia dual-stage airbag restraint systems.</i></p> <p><i><strong>Enhanced performance on all surfaces</strong><br />Like the standard vehicle, the Discovery 4 Armoured comes equipped with advanced four-wheel-drive technologies to deliver outstanding all-terrain performance.</i></p> <p><i>This includes full functionality of the latest generation Terrain Response System® - an armoured market class-leading feature, which enables the driver to configure the vehicle to negotiate a variety of surfaces, such as tarmac, ruts, grass, mud, snow or rocks, in the most effective way.</i></p> <p><i>For enhanced performance, the Discovery 4 Armoured is equipped with the new 375PS<br />5.0-litre LR-V8 direct-injection petrol engine, replacing the 2.7-litre V6 turbo-diesel used in the previous model.</i></p> <p><i>Teamed with a responsive six-speed automatic transmission, this refined and powerful new engine offers significantly faster acceleration, with 0-100km/h (62mph) achieved in just 10.6 seconds.</i></p> <p><i><strong>Comfortable and flexible interior</strong><br />The interior of the Discovery 4 Armoured is both functional and extremely comfortable, providing a commanding elevated driving position and a flexible seating layout for up to five people. The practicality of the vehicle is significantly enhanced by the generous 500kg payload allowance.</i></p> <p><i>Passengers will also appreciate the completely redesigned Discovery 4 cabin, which features a more stylish and sophisticated design with smooth and flowing surface treatments.</i></p> <p><i>The quality of the interior materials has been significantly upgraded compared to the previous model, featuring premium leather upholstery on the seats and sumptuous real wood veneers.</i></p> <p><i><strong>Comprehensive support</strong><br />Land Rover provides armoured vehicle customers with a comprehensive support programme, both before and after purchase.</i></p> <p><i>A dedicated security consultant works closely with the customer during the sales process, to ensure their full requirements are met. Customers are able to select from an extensive choice of optional security features to provide the desired vehicle configuration.</i></p> <p><i>Once the vehicle is in service, the customer has access to a full driver training programme. An armour specialist can provide optional services which include scheduled maintenance, support and vehicle familiarisation.</i></p> <p><i>All Discovery 4 Armoured vehicles have a full three-year, 80,000km factory warranty.</i></p> <p><i># # #</i></p> <p><i>EDITOR'S NOTES<br />1. More details on the Discovery 4 Armoured can be found at http://www.landrover.com/gl/en/lr/professional-vehicles/armoured-vehicles/discovery-4-armoured/</i></p> <p><strong><i>Land Rover Discovery 4 Armoured - Detailed Specifications</i></strong></p> <p><i>Base Vehicle Specification<br />5.0-litre LR-V8 direct-injection petrol engine<br />Maximum Power (EEC) 375 PS (276 kW)<br />Maximum Torque (EEC) 510 Nm (376 lb ft)<br />6-speed automatic transmission<br />Kerb weight 3550kg (excluding options)<br />4050kg GVW<br />Air conditioning<br />Land Rover Terrain Response® system<br />Off road capability (deep sand driving not recommended)<br />Modified suspension system to accommodate increased vehicle mass<br />378mm brake discs with upgraded Alcon aluminium brake callipers: 6-pot front, 4-pot rear<br />Tyre Pressure Monitoring System - where licensed</i></p> <p><i><strong>Armour Specification</strong><br />European Standard BS EN 1522 FB6 and BS EN 1063 BR6 (high velocity assault rifle)<br />Side blast protection - 15kg device in close proximity to the vehicle<br />Under floor protection against 2 x DM 51 hand grenades<br />Heavy duty wheels and run flat tyres - Goodyear Wrangler HP All Weather Tyre</i></p> <p><strong><i>Optional Features</i></strong></p> <p><i>Essential Armour Option Pack<br />Driver opening window (100mm drop to allow document passing)<br />Auxiliary secondary battery supply<br />Anti-tamper exhaust<br />Intercom</i></p> <p><i><strong>Maintenance Option Pack</strong><br />Heavy duty spare wheel and run flat tyre - Goodyear Wrangler HP All Weather Tyre<br />Heavy duty jack and tools</i></p> <p><i><strong>Independent Options</strong><br />Covert blue lights and siren system (where legal)<br />Covert headlight flash (LED)<br />Under bonnet fire suppressant system<br />Heavy duty jack and tools<br />Tinted windows<br />Intercom<br />Auxiliary secondary battery supply<br />Anti-tamper exhaust<br />Driver's opening front window<br />Rear payload area glass anti-theft film protection</i></p> <p><i><strong>Specialist Service Option</strong><br />Global After Sales Support is a tailor made package available on request</i></p> <p><i><strong>Driver Training Package</strong><br />Armoured Vehicle Driver Training is a tailor made package available on request</i></p></div></span><p></p>

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