VN-4
| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Defense manufacturing |
| Headquarters | China |
| Products | Armoured vehicles, including VN-4 APC |
| Parent | China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) |
The VN-4, commonly referred to as the "Rhinoceros," is a versatile light armoured personnel carrier deployed by law enforcement agencies, armored units, peacekeeping forces, and counter-terrorism teams.
Development
Introduced in 2009, the VN-4 is manufactured in China by Chongqing Tiema Industries Corporation, which operates under the China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) umbrella.
Description
This light armored vehicle is engineered to provide both agility and defense against small-caliber weapons and shrapnel. It incorporates an independent suspension system suited for challenging terrains and can achieve speeds up to 115 km/h.
Features
- Roof vent-based air conditioning
- Integrated communication equipment
- Central tyre inflation system (CTIS)
- GPS navigation capabilities
- Night vision driving support
- Onboard video monitoring systems
Bolivarian Venezuela Crisis
By early 2014, Venezuela’s inventory included 191 VN-4 units. During the 2014 Venezuelan protests, the government procured an extra 300 vehicles to enhance crowd control operations conducted by the Bolivarian National Guard. In response to the escalated unrest during the 2017 Venezuelan protests, President Maduro accelerated an order for 165 additional VN-4s from Norinco, completing payment despite ongoing economic difficulties within the country.
Operators
- Kenya Police - GS Unit
- Nepalese Army - Acquired 63 units designated for peacekeeping assignments
- Sudanese Armed Forces