Cougar
Armored Vehicleconfirmed
The Cougar is a mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) and infantry mobility vehicle structured to be resistant to landmines and improvised munitions. It is a family of armored vehicles produced by Force Protection Inc, which manufactures ballistic and mine-protected vehicles. The vehicles are integrated by Spartan Motors. These vehicles are protected against small arms, land mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) using a combination of design features and materials to protect both the crew and engine compartment against a wide range of attacks. A monocoque type, V-shaped hull extends to the engine bay and serves to direct the blast away from under the vehicle. The dual air-conditioners help keep heavily dressed troops from overheating in temperatures over 100 °F (38 °C) in Iraq.
Specifications
| Type | Armored Vehicle |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Force Protection, Inc. |
| Introduced | 2002 |
| Status | In service |
| Length | 5.92 m |
| Speed | 105 km/h |
| Range | 965 km |
| Crew | 6 |
| Main armament | Optional remote weapon station (Common Remotely Operated Weapon System II) |
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 1,725 | confirmed |
| United Kingdom | — | |
| Pakistan | 20 | confirmed |
| Italy | 10 | confirmed |
| Poland | 277 | confirmed |
| Ukraine | 97 | confirmed |
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