Hunter TR-12 explained

Hunter TR-12
Origin:Colombia
Type:Armoured Personnel Carrier
Is Vehicle:yes
Manufacturer:Armor International
Wars:Colombian conflict
Service:2012-present
Used By:See Operators
Crew:2
Passengers:10
Weight:9000kg (20,000lb)[1]
Armour:Level B6 Standard EN 1063[2]
Primary Armament:Machine gun or Grenade launcher
Engine:6,700 cc V8 Turbo Diesel engine
Transmission:Automatic 6 speed
Suspension:4×4 wheeled
Vehicle Range:+900km

The Hunter TR-12 is a multi-purpose infantry mobility vehicle designed to carry troops to dangerous areas.

Design

The Hunter TR-12's crew compartment is a monohull mounted on an independent chassis. It provides Level B6 (Standard EN 1063) protection levels, offering protection against rifle fire and ambushes. Each side of the hull has equipped two small armored windows and firing ports. Two doors are mounted at the front of each side of the crew compartment with small window and firing port. The Hunter TR-12 can mount a 360 degree roof turret with an M60 machine gun, an M2HB-QCB machine gun, or a Mk 19 grenade launcher. Weapons can be fitted to a remote weapons station. Its 4×4 chassis and runflat tires can handle off-road terrain. The vehicle has a crew of two and is capable of carrying 10 troops. The standard configuration has one spare wheel at the rear and comes with search lights and a thermal camera. It can be optionally fitted with blackout lights, a snorkel, and front winch.[2]

History

The Hunter TR-12 was first unveiled at the 2011 Worldwide Exhibition of Internal State Security Milipol in Paris, France. In November 2012, the Colombian Army selected it as the winner of its Meteor MRAP. There is a project for 1500 vehicles tender.[3] [4] The first Hunter TR-12 was delivered in December 2012,[5] and a second was delivered in July 2013.[6]

Related Development

Operators

External links

Notes and References

  1. http://www.hunterarmor.com/specs.html Hunter TR-12
  2. http://www.armyrecognition.com/colombia_colombian_army_wheeled_armoured_vehicles/hunter_tr-12_multi-purpose_tactical_armoured_vehicle_technical_data_sheet_specifications_description.html Hunter TR-12
  3. https://archive.today/20130117090458/http://www.armyrecognition.com/november_2012_new_army_military_defence_industry/armor_international_hunter_tr-12_armoured_personnel_carrier_selected_mrap_for_colombian_army_2611123_2.html Hunter TR-12 APC selected as MRAP for Colombian Army
  4. http://dmilt.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4847:colombia-hunter-tr-12-awarded-meteor-tender&catid=35:latin-america&Itemid=58 Colombia; Hunter TR-12 awarded Meteor tender
  5. Web site: El Ejército de Colombia despliega el vehículo multitáctico Hunter TR-12. Infodefensa.com. 17 December 2012.
  6. http://www.infodefensa.com/?noticia=el-ejercito-de-colombia-adquiere-un-nuevo-hunter-tr-12-para-el-departamento-de-huila El Ejército de Colombia adquiere un nuevo Hunter TR-12 para el Departamento de Huila
  7. Web site: First Hunter TR-12 delivery to Chile expected in April 2024. 8 April 2024.
  8. Web site: Carabineros de Chile incorporará cuatro blindados Hunter TR-12 de Armor International de Colombia. 8 April 2024.
  9. Web site: El Hunter TR-12, el antiminas de fabricación colombiana - Opinión Infodefensa América. 20 July 2015.
  10. Web site: El Surinam adquiere el vehículo Hunter TR-12 de Armor Internacional - Noticias Infodefensa América. 16 May 2012.