GPV Captain

   The GPV or General Purpose Vehicles company has developed a family of armored personnel carrier. These are available in 4x4, 6x6, 8x8 and 10x10 configurations. To date no production orders were placed on this armored vehicles family.

   The GPV Captain can accommodate various weapon systems, including one- or two-man turrets and remotely controlled weapon stations.

   All-round protection is against 7.62-mm rounds. Armor thickness of the GPV Captain depends on customers requirements. Hull can be manufactured from aluminum or titanium and other materials. Vehicle has a V-shaped hull for improved mine protection. Suspension components were designed to brake free in a blast. This reduces acceleration into the hull. The GPV Captain is fitted with NBC protection system.

   The GPV Captain has a crew of two and provides accommodation for 14 troops. Space is provided for gear and equipment stowage.

Troops enter and leave the vehicle through the side doors or rear ramp.

   The GPV Captain APC is powered by a Caterpillar C7 diesel engine, developing 350 hp. Vehicle is also fitted with a three-cylinder diesel auxiliary power unit, developing 21 hp. It is mainly used to power heating and air conditioning or to recharge the main engine batteries. The GPV captain has an active hydropneumatic suspension system. It enables to adjust ground clearance electronically or to lean vehicle in any direction. Ground clearance is adjusted depending on road conditions. This armored personnel carrier is fitted with a central tyre inflation system. Vehicle is fully amphibious without preparation. On water it is propelled by spinning it's wheels. Hydrojets are offered as an option. The GPV Captain can be airlifted by the C-130 Hercules transport aircraft.

Variants

   GPV Sergeant 4x4;

   GPV Sergeant 4x4;

   GPV Commander 6x6;

   GPV Marshal 6x6, was developed to replace the Commander 6x6;

   GPV Captain 8x8;

   GPV Colonel 8x8;

   GPV General 10x10;

   FNSS Pars, a family of armored vehicles developed by Turkish FNSS company in cooperation with GPV.