Excalibur Armya company of the Czechoslovak Group (CSG), has signed a record export contract for the delivery of Patriot armored vehicles to an as yet undisclosed country in Asia.
The agreement envisages the sale of more than 100 units in various operational configurations. According to the company, the total value exceeds US$ 300 million, with the implementation schedule estimated at three years, during which time all the vehicles are to be delivered to the customer.
A comprehensive package of military versions
The vans aren’t just limited to transporting troops. The package includes:
- Self-propelled mortars
- Command and staff vehicles
- Armored personnel carriers
- Wheeled infantry fighting vehicles
- Specialized armored version for medical evacuation
The variety of configurations suggests an extensive effort to modernize the customer’s ground capabilities, covering everything from indirect fire support to command, control and evacuation in hostile environments.
Armored vehicle Patriot: development and capabilities
Armored vehicle Patriot, developed on the chassis Tatra Forcewas first introduced in 2017. In 2019, the Patriot II version followed with reinforced armor, an extended hull and more powerful engines (Cummins or Tatra).
The main technical characteristics include:
- Capacity: up to 7 people
- Total weight: up to 17.5 tons
- Maximum speed: approximately 110 km/h on the road
- Protection: STANAG 4569 Level 2 to 4, ensuring resistance to shrapnel, ammunition and mine explosions
A set of these specifications makes the Patriot a modular platform suitable for modern military operations that require mobility, protection and versatility.
Strategic importance
For Excalibur Army and CSG, the contract strengthens their presence in the international market and strengthens Patriot’s position as a competitive product in the medium armored vehicle segment. For the customer, the acquisition represents a significant shift in the capabilities of ground forces thanks to vehicles meeting NATO standards.
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Sources and images: CSG | Militarnyi. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
