Saur-1

   The Saur-1 armored personnel carrier was developed by Romanian Romarm as a private venture to meet the requirements of the Romanian Army. It is worth mentioning that Romarm has considerable experience designing, developing and producing armored wheeled vehicles. The Saur-1 is a further development of the Zimbru 2000 with completely redesigned hull. This APC was previously referred as the Zimbru 2006. The first prototype was completed in 2006. The Saur-1 was tested by the Romanian Army, but failed to receive orders. Romanian MoD purchased MOWAG Piranha III C APCs instead.

   Armor of the Saur 1 protects against small arms fire and artillery shell splinters. According to Romarm this APC can withstand an 8 kg TNT anti-tank mine blast under any wheel.

   The Saur-1 is armed with remotely controlled weapon station, housing 12.7-mm or 7.62-mm machine gun or 40-mm automatic grenade launcher.

   Vehicle has a crew of two and can carry 9 infantrymen. Troops enter and leave vehicle through the rear doors or roof hatches. A number of firing ports are provided for the troops.

   The Saur-1 has a centrally mounted Cummins diesel engine, developing 275 hp. Vehicle is fully amphibious. On water it is propelled by two waterjets. Chassis of this armored personnel carrier can be adopted for a wide range of battlefield missions.

Variants

   Saur-2, improved 8x8 armored personnel carrier. It was revealed in 2008. Vehicle is fitted with new engine and has improved interior.