Chivunk
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| Chivunk | |
|---|---|
| File:Brazilian Army Chivunk.jpg | |
| Type | Air transportable, wheeled all-terrain light vehicle |
| Place of origin | Brazil |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Colombus |
| Specifications | |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | diesel 135hp |
| Payload capacity | 500 kg |
| Suspension | 4x4 |
| Maximum speed | 120 km/h |
The Chivunk, also known as VLEGA Chivunk (port.: Viatura Leve de Emprego Geral Aerotransportável, en: air transportable general purpose light vehicle) is a Brazilian fast attack vehicle used by the Brazilian Army Rapid Action Troops.[1][2][3]
Development
[edit | edit source]The Chivunk was preceded by a joint program by Argentina and Brazil as the VLEGA Gaucho until 2011.[1][4][5]
Design
[edit | edit source]The Chivunk uses diamond plate surfacing and a built-in roll cage for field ruggedness and durability. It has multipurpose roles such as transport, medevac, reconnaissance and can be air dropped by parachute. Around 2-4 vehicles can be air transported in a C-130 Hercules and 4-7 vehicles in an Embraer C-390.[2][6] Chivunk vehicles can be stored by stacking above each other.[6] It can also be armed with a 120mm Mortar, AT4 launcher and FN MAG 7.62mm GPMG.[5]
See also
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