![vab](https://www.s2m-equipment.fr/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/VAB2.jpg)
![vab](https://www.s2m-equipment.fr/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/VAB1.jpg)
The VAB (Front armored vehicle) is a 4X4 Combat Proven armored personnel carrier. Reliable and rustic, it is suitable for the most diverse uses.
Originally fitted with a 220 horsepower 6-cylinder diesel engine, it can be re-engined with a 240 horsepower Euro 3 diesel engine.
The VAB is equipped with armor protection against small arms. It can receive additional shielding to reach the latest protection standards.
Un VAB modernisé
Convinced of its potential, S2M-Equipment offers various options to give the VAB a second wind:
Replacement of the original engine by an E3 240 HP Diesel engine assembly and an automatic gearbox (6 forward and 1 reverse gear) allowing better autonomy of the machine and thus limiting carbon emissions. Gain of +25% compared to the MAN version – i.e. a new autonomy of 1150 km (without additional jerry cans). New speed: 105 km/hour .
![vab](https://www.s2m-equipment.fr/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/vab-6-scaled.jpg)
Complete overhaul of running gear.
![train de roulement](https://www.s2m-equipment.fr/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/pont.jpg)
Upholstery upgrade or replacement with suspended seats.
![sièges suspendus](https://www.s2m-equipment.fr/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/vab-11-scaled.jpg)
Installation of air conditioning with diffuser suitable for armored vehicles.
![climatisation](https://www.s2m-equipment.fr/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/vab-15-scaled.jpg)
We propose a complete insulating kit made up of 3 sub-assemblies:
- 1 insulating kit for the exhaust line,
- 1 insulation kit for the engine compartment,
- 1 insulation kit for the body of the vehicle thus protecting the crew from the outside heat.
Camera design and installation.
Example of rear view camera:
Possibility of additional shielding and anti-splinter coating.
![surblindage](https://www.s2m-equipment.fr/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/surblindage-scaled.jpg)
![GE puissance pour VAB](https://www.s2m-equipment.fr/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/GE-puissance-pour-VAB.jpg)
![detection-acoustique](https://www.s2m-equipment.fr/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/detection-acoustique.jpg)
Manual circular or different remotely operated cupolas (calibers: 7.62 – 12.7 – LG40) on request.
* Non-exhaustive list. The S2M-EQUIPMENT team is at your disposal to study your specific improvement needs with you. Contact us .