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Bogdan Bars-6
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The Bars-6 is a light 4x4 armored personnel carrier designed by the Ukrainian Bogdan Corporation. The vehicle is based on the chassis of the Kia KM450 truck.[1]
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History
The Bars-6 was first unveiled publicly at the IDEX 2015 arms exhibition.[2] The Ukrainian military began testing of the vehicle in late 2015.[1] After the successful completion of trials, a total of 90 units were ordered for the Ukrainian National Guard.[1]
Design
The Bars-6 utilizes the Kia KM450 4x4 chassis.[1] It is a standard layout, with two crew located in the front of the vehicle, and room for six passengers in the rear section of the vehicle.[2]
The occupants are protected by STANAG 4569 Level 1 armor plating and bulletproof glass.[1]
Service history
The Bars-6's only buyer was the Ukrainian National Guard, which deployed the vehicle to combat pro-Russian rebel forces during the War in Donbas.[1]
See also
- Bogdan Bars-8
- K311 cargo truck (KM450)
References
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