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| Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by Automotive1(op): 8:57pm On Jun 26, 2019 |
https://e9r8e7v9.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IMG_20190626_194857_959-600x337.jpg https://e9r8e7v9.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IMG_20190626_194931_878-600x337.jpg Volvo has finally revealed an armoured Volvo XC90 SUV that will stop bullets and withstand explosives after numerous requests from customers like Diplomats, Politicians and businessmen. Based on the Volvo XC90 T6 AWD Inscription, the 2.0-litre, super- and turbo-charged four-cylinder, all-wheel-drive SUV has a certified VPAM VR8 rating-the second-highest rating possible --- which means it has 360-degree ballistic resistance as well as explosive resistance. Volvo Special Vehicles marketing exec, Stephan Green, said: “We are proud to be able to offer these armoured cars. With our armoured cars, we can provide vehicles with a high level of personal security for individuals who require heightened protection,”https://e9r8e7v9.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IMG_20190626_194918_913-600x337.jpg https://e9r8e7v9.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IMG_20190626_194908_164-600x337.jpg https://e9r8e7v9.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IMG_20190626_194852_518-600x337.jpg https://e9r8e7v9.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IMG_20190626_194903_126-600x337.jpg Some of its features includes an emergency exit at the rear hidden by the middle back seat, reinforced door hinges, and fire extinguishers in the engine bay. Volvo won’t detail any more than that, because : “Production is classified, with stringent procedures and oversight in place in order to attain the stipulated ballistic requirements"https://e9r8e7v9.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/armored-wehicle-1905283111_4x3_v3-600x450.jpg https://e9r8e7v9.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IMG_20190626_194913_265-600x337.jpg Protecting you from bullets and explosives is the high-strength 10 mm steel armor and a 50 mm thick glass. The armouring adds approximately 3,089 pounds (1,400 kilograms), bringing the XC90 total weight plus five occupants, up to 9,899 lbs (4.5 tonnes) Customers can place their orders with the first deliveries happening at the end of 2019 for the Heavy armoured XC90 SUV. Volvo also offers light armoring for the XC60 T6 AWD Inscription and XC90 T6 AWD Inscription. These versions are intended for Latin America and Europe and sales will commence in the first half of 2020. All the SUVs starts their lives in Torslanda plant in Sweden, before being shipped to TRASCO Bremen in Germany, where they are turned into mobile fortress. https://autojosh.com/volvo-reveals-4-5-tonnes-volvo-xc90-suv-that-can-stop-bullets-and-withstand-explosives/ Cc Lalasticlala Mynd44 Mukina2 Dominique Seun 1 Like |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by decatalyst(m): 9:10pm On Jun 26, 2019*. Modified: 5:59am On Jun 27, 2019 |
Looks sweet and rugged at the same time! Volvo have always placed safety above every other thing. The first to introduce seatbelt in cars and lot more safety features. Nice build 1 Like |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by auntysimbiat(f): 9:17pm On Jun 26, 2019 |
Nice one |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by RZArecta2(m): 11:46pm On Jun 26, 2019 |
This one will be good to travel around Nigeria without fear of attack from herdsmen kidnappers  1 Like |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by pocohantas(f): 11:57pm On Jun 26, 2019*. Modified: 2:05am On Jun 27, 2019 |
decatalyst:Three point seatbelt, not seatbelt.  1 Like |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by decatalyst(m): 5:57am On Jun 27, 2019 |
pocohantas:U r right auto correct dey misbehave jare. Didn't proofread too. Thanks |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by ibkayee(f): 7:47am On Jun 27, 2019 |
Not bad looking either |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by pocohantas(f): 10:26am On Jun 27, 2019*. Modified: 12:23am On Jun 28, 2019 |
decatalyst:I guess I should have emphasized my point, because I wasn't referring to the autocorrect error. You said they were the first to introduce seatbelt, I say they were not. They were the FIRST to introduce the THREE POINT seatbelt. Good morning... 2 Likes |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by decatalyst(m): 2:29pm On Jun 27, 2019 |
pocohantas:Oh. Nice one |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by IJAMAutos: 2:45pm On Jun 27, 2019 |
Its shape and look are not bad. It is obvious they paid utmost attention to their customers' requests! !! |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by lordkay10(m): 3:24pm On Jun 27, 2019 |
But the tyres can still be shot at, to halt the motion  |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by IJAMAutos: 3:48pm On Jun 27, 2019 |
lordkay10:Such bulletproof vehicle will still be able to cover long distance enough for escape, even if its tyres were shot at! !! 2 Likes |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by kingreign(m): 5:09pm On Jun 27, 2019 |
lordkay10:And you think that those tyres aren't run flat or Kevlar reinforced? |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by Nobody: 5:41pm On Jun 27, 2019 |
pocohantas:Hey!! Leave the autonerding to the men.  We will call you when we need to know about the first Teflon cooking pot |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by pocohantas(f): 11:21pm On Jun 27, 2019 |
ornicus:You think you are doing me? |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by Nobody: 11:24pm On Jun 27, 2019 |
pocohantas:@thegamingorca, these wenches have invaded the hallowed auto discussions!! We must retreat to the game threads.they will never venture there |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by Thegamingorca(m): 12:21am On Jun 28, 2019 |
ornicus:Me sef surprise...poco has taken over everything Nothing wey she no sabi these days. She global |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by valarinz: 11:43pm On Jun 28, 2019 |
No surprises here, Volvo rules!!  |
| Re: Volvo Reveals 4.5 Tonnes XC90 SUV That Can Stop Bullets & Withstand Explosives by computerglobal(m): 4:59am On Jun 29, 2019 |
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