The armored car "Scorpion": characteristics, photo

Domestic armored car "Scorpion" in service appeared not so long ago. The machine is produced in three modifications: in the form of an armored model, a tent car for special units and an ordinary unprotected option. All versions are accepted for use by the Russian Ministry of Defense, which plans to expand the line, including command-staff, medical, liaison and other special arrangements.

Development and creation

The new armored car was developed by a private company called "Protection", known for its efforts in creating special vehicles, body armor, handcuffs and other specific means. Experienced copies were issued entirely at the expense of the company's financial investments. After passing the tests, they were presented to the military ministry for approval and testing.

Many foreign organizations engaged in the manufacture of military equipment are working on this principle. The new armored car "Scorpion" is equipped with many components and units of imported production, which is caused by a lack of quality similar domestic parts.

The first order the army made for 60 cars. Their production is established at the plant in Fryazino. It is also planned to release a civilian version of the military armored car. Next, consider the technical parameters and differences between the models already developed.

Armored car "Scorpion LASA B": description

This modification is the heaviest variation of the car in question. The armored car's protection class is the fifth (allows to withstand a bullet from AKM, rifles). The model differs from the conventional machine in the form of an armored body in the form of a capsule and the bottom of a V-shaped shape, which makes it possible to scatter a blast wave when a landmine hits.

As shown by the test tests, the armored car "Scorpion" withstands the impact of a charge equivalent to two kilograms of TNT. Twice a large dose of explosives leads to the destruction of the main elements of the machine, while the people inside will suffer minimal damage. This feature is associated with a solid mass of equipment, which is more than four thousand kilograms.

Power unit

The model "LASA B" is equipped with a turbocharged diesel engine with four cylinders, which was manufactured by the Polish firm "Andoria". Its working volume is 2.7 liters with a horsepower of 156 horsepower. Manufacturers of armored car inform that in the case of permanent orders for this car, the Polish side agrees to establish the production of engines on the territory of the Russian Federation.

While gearboxes, gearboxes, transmission units are manufactured in Korea. The wheels of the army car are shod in imported off-road rubber with special inserts. These nodes are also planned to be collected on the territory of the Russian Federation. The batteries in the armored car are similar to the tank elements of a new model. The gearbox here has five stages, and the dispensing unit is a lowering row and the possibility of rigid connection of the front drive.

The armored car "Scorpion" is equipped with an independent suspension, an ABS system, disc brakes. A large number of imported parts used to give auto reliability, dynamism and patency, as domestic counterparts are still lagging behind in some positions.

Equipment and interior

Inside the car, four to six armchairs for personnel are mounted. Their fastening is made not to the floor, but to the sides, which allows to increase the degree of protection from the explosion. In the middle of the compartment there is a place for a machine gunner and ammunition. The armored car "Scorpion 2MB" with the combat module is equipped with a "Kord" or "KPVT" machine gun, which is mounted on the roof.

The technique in the equipment can seem simple, even Spartan. However, the armored car is thought through to the smallest detail. In this case, the controllers and controls in it are an order of magnitude greater than in a conventional car. On the roof there are two hatches. A round shield at the front is intended for mounting a machine gun, a square back cover is an emergency exit for an assault landing.

Lite version

"Scorpion LTA" is an armored car, which has less mass and protection than the above modification. It is also known as the 2M index. In the standard configuration, it is equipped with a canvas top mounted on a massive safety cage. There are interpretations of the machine with an all-metal body. The bottom here is flat, not protected from explosions.

The driver's seat is almost identical to the armored car, not counting the simpler climate control and ventilation. The compartment for personnel in this version is also simplified. The role of the seats is performed by benches that are attached to the floor and placed along the sides.

The diesel 156-hp unit, which is optimally suited for a four-ton, is too active on the light version. This is due to the fact that the "Scorpion" - armored car (LPA or LTA), which is lighter than his colleague of the series of the LASA by almost one and a half tons. With such an engine, the car does not leave the ravines, but practically jumps out.

Main settings

Below are the overall and technical parameters of the two modifications of the armored car in question.

The variation of 2M:

• Length / width / height - 4,85 / 2,13 / 2,15 meters;
• Body type - three-door version with awning;
• Weight equipped / full - 2,5 / 3,5 tons;
• Base wheel - three and a half meters;
• The maximum angle of movement is 45 degrees;
• The maximum gradient is 21 °;
• Fording is one meter;
• Clearance is thirty centimeters;
• Power plant - turbo diesel R4;
• Volume working - 2 6336 cu. cm;
• Power to the maximum - 156 horsepower at 3,600 rpm;
• Transmission unit - five-speed mechanics;
• Drive - a full plug-in version with a downshift;
• The maximum speed indicator is 130 kilometers per hour.

Scorpio - armored car (LSA), the characteristics of which are described above, has a large curb weight (4.1 tons). Other distinctive parameters:

• Length / width / height - 4,61 / 2,1 / 2,16 meters;
• Total weight - 4.9 tons;
• Body type - armored version (class 5 or 6A);
• The maximum speed is 120 kilometers per hour.

The remaining technical parameters between the cars in question are identical.

Management and patency

"Scorpion" - armored car (LUSA 2B), the photo of which is presented below, is really convenient and pleasant to manage. Behind the wheel of such an off-road vehicle there is a foolish sense of permissiveness when overcoming most of the obstacles.

Nevertheless, there are also their pitfalls here. For example, a heavy machine buried in a loose snow is not so easy to pull out as it might seem at first glance. Help can winch, which is clinging to a suitable stop or for the same armored car. On the hood of the car in question there are two locking devices, which are removed and fitted under the wheels.

According to some sources, such a decision was prompted by the military, who experienced all the delights of the armored car tests in the most difficult conditions. The maximum autonomy of each transport unit allows objectively to solve most of the assigned tasks. In addition, the developers expect to create a modification designed to work effectively in regions with extremely low temperatures. Concerning the minuses of the armored car, one can note: some designers are sure that a continuous rear axle would add strength, and drum-type brakes showed themselves better in mud areas than a disk block.

The armored car "Scorpion": tests

Three variations of the car in question differ in weight and protection. The armored to the maximum version was checked at the stand of the sniper rifle SVD. The distance to the target is 30 meters. Considering the initial speed of the flight of the discharged charge - more than 800 meters per second, we can say that the armored car passed the test with dignity.

It is noteworthy that more than a hundred and fifty shots were fired by the machine during the tests, not only by armor, but also by joints, glasses, handles and other elements. As a result - not a single through hole. During testing under the armored car, 600 grams of explosives were blown up, capable of destroying any truck. The technics has sustained blow thanks to the armored V-shaped bottoms.

Security

The armored car "Scorpion LSA" has a number of additional means, increasing the safety of the crew. These include:

1. The design of an armored car with a special contour of the bottom part.
2. Seat anchorage for landing operations, which is fixed on the side walls.
3. A high indicator of patency and overcoming steep hills without overturning.
4. The superiority of similar models in speed, maneuverability, overcoming high-altitude areas.
5. Excellent weapons for their class, along with the most thoughtful protection.

In the competitive test between the "Scorpion" and the famous "Hammer", the domestic car outplayed its rival for the majority of parameters (armament, security, off-road speed and cabin capacity).

Conclusion

From the review, we can conclude that the "Scorpion" - armored car, the photo of which is presented above - is an innovative development in the category of domestic light armored cars. Its functionality allows you to land a mobile military group on any roads. At the same time, the brigade is protected not only from small arms, but also from mines laid on the road surface.

All the characteristics indicate the reliability, maneuverability of the car. Knowingly the Ministry of Defense plans to increase the order of the delivered cars. Some of them will serve as liaison, medical and other vehicles not directly related to combat activities.