MOWAG Eagle IV

   The MOWAG Eagle IV was developed as a private venture. It follows the line of the Eagle I, II and III. Previous vehicles were based on the HMMWV 4x4 chassis. Production of the Eagle IV began in 2003. This armored vehicle uses new MOWAG DURO III chassis. The Eagle IV is suitable for reconnaissance, patrol, communication and observation mission. It is produced since 2003. This vehicle is currently in service with the Denmark (90) and Germany (198 ordered).

   Armor of the Eagle IV protects against small arms fire and artillery shell splinters. Vehicle has improved protection against landmines. Furthermore it is equipped with NBC protection system.

   The Eagle IV can be fitted with a roof mounted remotely controlled weapon station, armed with 7.62-mm machine gun or 40-mm automatic grenade launcher. Some vehicle are fitted with smoke grenade dischargers.

   Vehicle provides seating for driver and four troops. It also has a payload of 2.4 t.

   The Eagle IV is based on the MOWAG DURO III (DUrable and RObust) chassis. Vehicle is powered by a Cummins turbocharged diesel engine, developing 245 hp. This armored vehicle is fitted with run-flat tyres.