Bogdan Bars-6
Armored personnel carrier
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The Bars-6 is a light 4x4 armored personnel carrier designed by the Ukrainian Bogdan Corporation. The vehicle is based on the chassis of the Kia KM450 truck.[1]
| Bars-6 | |
|---|---|
 A Bars-6 at a military exhibition. | |
| Type | Armored personnel carrier |
| Place of origin | Ukraine |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Bogdan Corporation |
| Designed | 2014 |
| Produced | 2014–2016 |
| No. built | At least 90 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 6 t |
| Crew | 2 + 6 |
| Armor | Steel |
| Engine | Diesel 139 hp |
| Suspension | 4x4 |
History
The Bars-6 was first unveiled publicly at the IDEX 2015 arms exhibition.[2] The Ukrainian military began testing of the vehicle in late 2015.[1] After the successful completion of trials, a total of 90 units were ordered for the Ukrainian National Guard.[1]
Design
The Bars-6 utilizes the Kia KM450 4x4 chassis.[1] It is a standard layout, with two crew located in the front of the vehicle, and room for six passengers in the rear section of the vehicle.[2]
The occupants are protected by STANAG 4569 Level 1 armor plating and bulletproof glass.[1]
Service history
The Bars-6's only buyer was the Ukrainian National Guard, which deployed the vehicle to combat pro-Russian rebel forces during the War in Donbas.[1]
See also
- Bogdan Bars-8
- K311 cargo truck (KM450)