Husky 2G
Armored Vehicleconfirmed
The Husky 2G is a two-seat, mine-protected vehicle designed for route clearance and the detection of landmines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). It features advanced sensor suites and can be operated remotely or by its onboard crew to safely clear dangerous routes.
Specifications
| Type | Armored Vehicle |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Manufacturer | DCD Protected Mobility |
| Introduced | 2007 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 72 km/h |
| Range | 800 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 17 t |
History
Developed by South Africa's DCD Protected Mobility as an evolution of the single-seat Husky Mk III, the Husky 2G was created to alleviate driver workload by adding a second crew member dedicated to operating complex detection systems. The vehicle entered active service in the early 2010s, quickly becoming a critical asset for international military forces facing asymmetric threats. It saw extensive combat deployment with the United States military and NATO coalition forces during operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, where it successfully cleared thousands of explosive hazards. Today, the Husky 2G remains in active service worldwide, recognized as a benchmark in route clearance technology and frequently updated with autonomous driving capabilities.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | confirmed |
| Turkey | — | confirmed |
| Australia | 12 | confirmed |
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