RAM MK3
| Industry | Defense, Armored vehicles |
|---|---|
| Products | RAM MK3 (RAM 2000) light armored vehicle |
RAM MK3 (also known as RAM 2000) is a light armored vehicle engineered by IAI RAMTA, utilizing a 4×4 wheeled monocoque frame.
History
Mahindra Defense Systems marketed the RAM MK3 with intentions to manufacture it under license to fulfill an Indian defense procurement.
Operational history
The RAM Mk3 has been actively deployed by military forces in Chad and Senegal. Chad utilized these vehicles during its civil conflict from 2005 to 2010 and again in the 2013 Mali War intervention. Senegalese forces employed RAM Mk3s in UNOCI peacekeeping operations in Ivory Coast.
Anti-Tank
The RAM Mk3 AT variant is equipped with 4 to 8 LAHAT laser-guided anti-tank missiles. Distinct from conventional armored vehicles that have front or cabin-mounted engines, the RAM integrates its entire power-pack—including engine, automatic transmission, and transfer cases—at the rear section.
Users
- : Received 5 units in 2008 designated for the presidential guard
- : Approximately 42 units supplied between 2006 and 2008
- : Acquired 2 units
- : Holds 7 units
- : Obtained 6 units in 2006
- : Owns 8 units
- : Delivered 7 units to the Peruvian Naval Infantry in 2016
- : Operates 55 units within Army and Gendarmerie forces
- : Ordered 150 vehicles in 2006, delivered by 2009 for use by the Vietnam People's Public Security, particularly the Mobile Police Command
See also
External links
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- Armoured personnel carriers of Israel
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- Israel Aerospace Industries vehicles