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Irish Ranger’s Polaris MRZR during an open day, July 2023

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Rheinmetall Displays Its Complete Range of Mission Master Autonomous Vehicles

Rheinmetall impress attendees at Canada's foremost defence industry event by showcasing, for the very first time, all three Mission Master vehicle variants. The Mission Master SP, XT, as well as the very latest addition to the family, the CXT, will all be on display, allowing visitors to discover the unique capabilities of each vehicle. In addition to its Uncrewed Ground Systems (UGSs), Rheinmetall will display its Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulator, so that delegates can test the vehicles first-hand in a virtual, yet realistic environment. Rheinmetall will also present the MSU-GP 200T Air Start Unit (ASU), the SolarΣShield fabric, and the Polaris MRZR-D4 equipped with the PATH autonomy kit. Additional vehicle solutions designed in collaboration with partnering companies will also be on display at the outdoor booth. The Mission Master SP is a compact UGS with a low-signature electric motor and amphibious capabilities, and therefore an invaluable asset when silence is a must. The larger Rheinmetall Mission Master CXT and XT vehicles can tackle ice and snow, as well as sandy, rocky, and mountainous topography. Their advanced amphibious capabilities allow them to float and swim while maintaining their full payload capacity of 1000 kg. The CXT is slightly smaller than the XT and has hybrid propulsion, meaning it can silently transport heavy payloads. The XT is the largest Mission Master vehicle and is diesel powered. This world-leading AI-powered navigation system is installed on all Mission Master UGS vehicles and is agnostic, meaning it can drive almost any military and commercial vehicle. To demonstrate the agnostic capacity of the PATH A-Kit, Rheinmetall will display its light tactical MRZR-D4 vehicle from Polaris. Rheinmetall offers an extensive Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) integration service, including the development of tailored plugins to meet the most specific needs. Visitors will be able to test the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK), which is integrated on all Mission Master vehicles, first-hand at the indoor booth. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak

Rheinmetall impress attendees at Canada’s foremost defence industry event by showcasing, for the very first time, all three Mission Master vehicle variants. The Mission Master SP, XT, as well as the very latest addition to the family, the CXT, will all be on display, allowing visitors to discover the unique capabilities of each vehicle. In addition to its Uncrewed Ground Systems (UGSs),…

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Irish army Ranger Polaris MRZR during Ex Badb Catha

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MRZR ஆல்பா ATVகள் UAE SOCOM க்கு தயாராக உள்ளன

24 மார்ச் 2023 ஆண்ட்ரூ வைட் மூலம் MRZR ஆல்பா LTATV ஆரம்பத்தில் US SOFக்காக வடிவமைக்கப்பட்டது. (போலரிஸ் அரசாங்கம் மற்றும் பாதுகாப்பு) ஐக்கிய அரபு எமிரேட்ஸ் (யுஏஇ) சிறப்பு செயல்பாட்டுக் கட்டளை (SOCOM) ஆனது போலரிஸ் அரசு மற்றும் பாதுகாப்புத்துறையின் 4×4 MRZR ஆல்ஃபா லைட் தந்திரோபாய ஆல்-டெரைன் வாகனத்தின் (LTATV) முதல் சர்வதேச வாடிக்கையாளராக மாற உள்ளது. Polaris’s in-country distributor, Specialized…

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U.S. Marine Corps Utility Task Vehicles Receiving Multiple Upgrades

#USMarineCorps Utility Task Vehicles Receiving Multiple Upgrades. #USMC #UTV #PolarisMRZR

The U.S. Marine Corps’ Utility Task Vehicles are undergoing several upgrades designed to improve the safety and performance of the vehicle.

Using critical feedback from Marines and taking inspiration spanning the automotive industry to desert racing, engineers and logisticians from the Light Tactical Vehicle program office at Program Executive Officer Land Systems have been working diligently to…

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Two MARSOC Marines Injured, One Killed in Training Accident

Two MARSOC Marines Injured, One Killed in Training Accident

Camp Pendleton, CA – Two MARSOC Marines were injured, and one died on Sunday from injuries sustained in a training accident on Saturday. The Marine Corps identified the deceased victim as SSgt Joshua Braica, a Critical Skills Operator from Sacramento.

The incident involved a Polaris MRZR vehicle that rolled over. The Polaris is designed to be lightweight and carry both Marines and their gear.…

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Polaris MRZR D4 WIP 7680x5251 by Sergejs Karpovs https://www.artstation.com/artwork/vk3w3

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Marine Buggy Expecting New Upgrades

The United States Marine Corps is expecting to add a series of upgrades to its lightweight tactical dune buggy. Approximately 250 Marine Utility Task Vehicles (UTV) are getting new tires, canopies, floorboards, and other features that will improve their functionality, safety, and utility. The

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DOD Featured Photos

Festival Time Army Capt. Kesa Channoy, team leader of Civil Affairs Team 0733, 407th Civil Affairs Battalion, acce… Photo Details > Vehicle Offload Polaris MRZR tactical all-terrain vehicles on a landing craft, air cushion from Kearsarge Amphibious… Photo Details > Live Fire Test An Army M1A2 Abrams tank assigned to the 1st Battalion, 68th Armored Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade C… Photo Details…

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US special ops to get vehicle converter kits for the Arctic by early 2023

US special ops to get vehicle converter kits for the Arctic by early 2023

WASHINGTON — Polaris has developed a kit to convert the MRZR Alpha — used by U.S. Special Operations Command as its Lightweight All-Terrain Vehicle — for the Arctic and is gearing up to be able to produce it for customers early next year. The Arctic kit is currently in government validation testing, and a production decision will be made at the start of next year on how many kits the command will…

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(via Ukrainian Battle Buggies Are Out To Kill Russian Tanks | The Drive)

Ukrainian forces are using buggy-type vehicles sporting roof-mounted Stugna-P anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) systems in their ongoing fight against Russian armor. Mounted on trucks, fired from the ground, or launched from the shoulder, ATGMs have become an iconic weapon in this war, though there are many types being deployed against Russian armor.

Ukraine has domestic ATGM production of missiles, like the Stugna-P, but has also made extensive use of imported variants.

The buggies in question have shown up several times on social media, as far back as 2019, before the current Russian offensive, sometimes topped with weapons and other times not.

A curious buggy (all terrain vehicle) armed with a Stugna-P anti-tank guided missile was recently destroyed in the vicinity of Izium, #Kharkiv Oblast. 

Such vehicles are currently used by many Ukrainian hit-and-run and raid teams in the region.

Several photos of the all-terrain two-seater vehicles made the rounds on social media earlier this week. Likely a Polaris Ranger, MRZR Alpha, or some vehicle of equivalent size, the buggies are relatively inexpensive transports for small units that pack a serious punch with the inclusion of the Stugna-P.

 The missiles are made by Ukraine’s own State Kyiv Design Bureau Luch.

The basic Ranger UTV only has 32 horsepower, but is capable of pulling 1,500 pounds and has a 10-inch ground clearance. 

U.S. military personnel and civilians stationed overseas can pick up a Polaris Ranger SP with a larger 44-horsepower engine through the Army and Air Force Exchange Service for just under $12,000.

Armed with Ukrainian-made Stugna-P antitank system, the small buggies are a swift, potent weapon in rough terrain. 

The missiles are capable of engaging both ground vehicles and even, under some circumstances, low-flying slow aircraft, including attack helicopters. 

You can read all about one such engagement and all about the Stugna-P in this recent article of ours.

The Stugna-P, also called the Skif, is “designed to destroy manpower and stationary and mobile modern armored targets with combined, carried or monolithic armor including ERA (explosive reactive armor) and also pinpoint targets like weapon emplacements, lightly armored objects and hovered helicopters at any time of day or night,” Luch says in the description of the weapon on its website.

ATGMs built domestically and donated by European nations and the U.S. have become iconic in this current conflict and wreaked havoc on Russian tanks so far in the seven-week war. 

U.S.-made Javelin missiles have become sainted, at least in popular culture, for their role in destroying Russian tanks and armored vehicles, but there are concerns over whether production can keep up with demand. 

Some of the missile systems can be seen outfitted with thermal sights that allow the operator to see enemy vehicles at night or when hidden.

The Stugna-P missiles can be guided manually through a remote terminal or in semi-automatic command to line of sight (SACLOS) setup where the missile is directed via a laser beam aimed at the intended target. 

The missiles can carry different warheads, including tandem types designed to bust through explosive reactive armor, as well as high-explosive-fragmentation and thermobaric payloads.

Usually fired from a tripod on the ground, the Stugna-P system requires a crew of two to four troops.

It also can be fired and operated remotely from up to 50 meters (164 feet) via the television surveillance and aiming system, which can be seen in some of the photos of the dune buggy-mounted systems.

Ukrainian forces have gotten creative with these guided munitions, using them to explosive effect against both Russian armor and aircraft. 

Videos of the targeting screens used to fire and monitor the weapons in flight are an almost ubiquitous presence in online posts coming out of the war.

It is unclear from the photographs posted to Twitter what model UTV the vehicles are, although there seems to be a variety. 

They have been painted a dark green camouflage. A video of another buggy firing a Soviet-designed 9M111 wire-guided missile shows the vehicle decked out in camouflaged netting.

Similar dune buggy-type vehicles appeared in Ukraine in 2021, when one was shown carrying a roof-mounted RK-3 Corsar ATGM, another domestically developed type. 

Another vehicle, also likely a Polaris Ranger, showed up in 2019 with a 9M113 ATGM, another Soviet-designed type, upgraded with an Archer TSA-9 thermal scope.

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Prominent ATV and UTV Companies across the Globe

In recent years, the global ATV and UTV market has gained immense popularity, surging its growth rate at 6.15% between 2021 and 2028. The trend of recreational activities and adventure sports in several countries and support from tourism councils as a tourist attraction is attributed as revenue-generating in both developed and developing markets. Also, with favorable government regulations and expanding variations, the market is positively welcomed in diverse industries, notably in the military, survey, forestry, agriculture, sports, etc.

The market competition has intensified tremendously. Companies are contending on two direct factors: global expansion and high-quality standards with cost-effective prices. However, the ban on ATV and UTV driving in wildlife areas and high maintenance costs are challenges these players can overcome with innovation.

Below listed are Few Noteworthy contenders of the ATV and UTV market:

1. POLARIS

Polaris Industries, headquartered in Medina, Minnesota, is an American manufacturer of ATV, snowmobiles, and electric vehicles and manufactures and designs power sports vehicles. It offers all-terrain vehicles, utility vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, low emission vehicles, and light-duty hauling vehicles. Moreover, the company also provides snow bike conversion kit systems and supplies numerous spare parts and accessories. Polaris markets its launches under the Turbo DYNAMIX, Timbersled, Polaris ACE, RANGER XP, RZR XP, Indian Motorcycles, Slingshot, DAGOR, MRZR, Pro Armor, Sportsman MV, and Tail tech brands.

2. YAMAHA

Headquartered in Iwata, Shizuoka, Yamaha Motor Co. is a Japanese manufacturer of motorcycles, marine products, industrial machinery and robots, power products, and other motorized products. It provides recreational vehicles, commuter vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, off-highway vehicles, and snowmobiles. The company’s offerings also include marine engines, wakeboard towing boats, power-assisted bicycles, generators, industrial robots, automobile engines, electric wheelchairs, unmanned helicopters, and golf cars. Yamaha introduced its first 3-wheeled ATV in the U.S in 1980 and its 4-wheeled ATV in 1984. Since then, the popular brand has developed an extensive line of sport utility and side-by-side ATVs.

3. KAWASAKI

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd engages in motorcycle and engine, ship and offshore structure, aerospace, rolling stock, gas turbine and machinery, precision machinery, and plant & infrastructure business. Its motorcycle and engine segment provides motorcycles, utility vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, personal watercraft, and general-purpose gasoline engines. Founded in 1878, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, it sells its products in Japan, United States, Europe, Asia, and many places worldwide.

4. KYMCO

Kwang Yang Motor Co, Ltd is a Taiwanese company that designs and manufactures a wide range of ATVs, motorcycles, motor scooters, and utility vehicles worldwide. The company produces more than 570,000 vehicles annually and has additional reach in production facilities in Shanghai, Jakarta, Changsha, Petaling Jaya, and Chengdu. In addition, it serves over 600 locations across the United States with an extensive line of ATV models.

5. SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION

Suzuki is one of the top notable names in the automobile industry. The company manufactures automobiles, marine, motorcycles, and power products. It provides standard-sized vehicles, mini-vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, sub-compact vehicles, motorized wheelchairs, outboard motors, and electro senior vehicles. Moreover, it also provides premium luxury cars and sports utility vehicles (SUVs). Headquartered in Hamamatsu, Japan, Suzuki has 133 distributors in 192 countries and 35 production facilities in 23 countries.

6. BRP INC.

Originally known as Bombardier (BRP), Can-Am is headquartered in Valcourt, Canada, founded in 1937. The company manufactures recreational vehicles such as Sea-Doo watercraft, Can-Am ATVs, Rotax engines, Spyder roadsters, and many more. The company, with its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, develops, distributes, and markets marine products and power sport vehicles worldwide. It launched its first side-by-side ATV in 2002 and is still developing its line of ATVs suitable for ranchers or farmers, focusing on a strong, utility ATV to fasten their work.

7. TEXTRON INC. (ARCTIC CAT)

Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Arctic Cat is now a part of Textron Inc. The company designs, manufacture, and distributes ATVs, snowmobiles, and related parts. It produced its initial ATV in 1996 and today boasts an extensive range of ATVs. On March 6, 2017, Textron acquired Arctic Cat, a manufacturer of all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, and side-by-sides. Textron Inc. serves telecommunications, construction, maintenance, electrical, data communications, utility, and plumbing industries.

8. HISUN MOTORS CORPORATION

Hisun Motors Corporation is one of the fastest flourishing companies in the USA market. The company aims at delivering a wide range of unique and versatile ATVs and UTVs, surpassing the industry expectations. In addition, it offers technical support, housing final assembly, and parts distribution. In the US, Hisun Motors is the largest provider of powersports vehicles.

Conclusion

The global ATV and UTV market is projected to see excitement in the years ahead as companies lien on technology for innovation. The opportunistic areas for the operating players include the production of safety features & advanced control systems. Also, the rise in brands and OEM manufacturers will turn favorable to market growth.

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US Air Force 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Get Improved Communications and Mobility

Green Berets assigned to 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), Fort Carson, are scheduled to receive a new lightweight flexible communication system and improved mobility vehicles. #military #defense #defence #usarmy

Green Berets assigned to 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), Fort Carson, are scheduled to receive a new lightweight flexible communication system and improved mobility vehicles. This fielding of the newly upgraded and improved MRZR D4 turbo diesel and Polaris Ranger Search and Rescue all-terrain vehicles will immensely improve many of the Operational Detachment Alpha group’s capabilities.The…

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Counter-UAS Laser Delivered to US Air Force

The American defense contractor, Raytheon, has recently delivered the first high-energy laser counter UAS to the United States Air Force. Throughout the years, the United States Department of Defense has looked more into directed energy weapons as a cheaper alternative to keeping enemy drones from

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