SandCat ™

Protected Multi-Role Vehicle

 Protected Multi-Role Vehicle

Versatility Performance Pro

Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication but are subject to change without notice.
Illustrations may include optional equipment and accessories and may not include all standard equipment.
 Conduct urban operations and security missions with a totally

new vehicle capability. Get the SandCat protected multi-role

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vehicle from Oshkosh Defense. This high-speed, highly-protected,

highly-maneuverable vehicle can be specifically designed for a

wide variety of roles. It can be reconfigured to fit a wide variety

of missions: military, homeland defense, global war on terror,

law enforcement and security, special operations, disaster aid

otection and peace-keeping missions. All while meeting the rigorous

demands needed for crew and vehicle protection, reliability, versatility,

payload capacity and affordability.

The SandCat multi-role vehicle concept, with use of a commercial

chassis and kitted hull, allows for rapid and efficient manufacturing.

It also enables customization of the survivability technologies to

fit the mission. Adaptations can be made based on the relevant

threat levels and enhanced on demand while optimizing the

vehicle for weight, space, payload, cost and assembly.

The SandCat protected multi-role vehicle – a new concept

to meet the protection, performance, payload equation. Get in,

get around and get in control.

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Performance
The SandCat vehicle gets the job done. Tailored to meet your operational
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environment, you’ll get the right balance of mission performance. Respond

confidently. Maneuver swiftly. Both in urban settings and in complex

terrain. The SandCat vehicle performs with greater protection at

a lower weight and smaller footprint than any vehicle in its class.

With vast experience and capabilities in military tactical wheeled vehicle design and engineering,
Oshkosh Defense delivers a SandCat vehicle that maximizes performance and payload.
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Operational and tactical features include:

• Expanded field of vision • 330 mm (13 in.) ground clearance

• 2946 mm (116 in.) wheelbase • Maximum governed speed
• High approach angle (38°) of 120 kph (74.6 mph)
• High departure angle (30°) • Exceptional stability on longitudinal
• 6 m (19.7 ft.) turning radius and transverse slopes
• Optimal armored compartment design

Payload
The SandCat vehicle has substantially more payload capacity than any vehicle of its type. The armor is
integrated into the vehicle design – precisely planned and engineered for optimal protection at a lesser
weight, which allows for more payload capacity. The SandCat vehicle also has a more compact profile
than vehicles of a similar size and survivability level. So you can move quicker and carry more crew and
equipment, but still give them the best protection possible.

Whatever the requirements of the mission. Whatever the needs of the vehicle. Oshkosh Defense can
provide a SandCat protected multi-role vehicle that fits your mission.
The SandCat vehicle provides exceptional handling, off-road performance
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and ride quality – it’s responsive and easy to handle. Because the chassis
is commercial-based, drivers are already familiar with the dashboard and interior
configurations, which means less time needed for driver training.

Worldwide Support

For almost 100 years, Oshkosh Defense has manufactured some of the world’s toughest, most reliable vehicles
ever built, and has backed each and every vehicle with unequivocal service and support.

The SandCat protected multi-role vehicle is no exception. Like all other Oshkosh Defense® vehicles, the SandCat
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vehicle is backed by elite service capabilities – worldwide logistics support that includes global replacement parts
distribution, training, maintenance and factory-trained technicians available anytime, anywhere – in field or in garrison.
Integrated Survivability System
Maximum protection
for any mission.
Different missions call for different levels of protection.
The SandCat vehicle variants – Utility and Transport –
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provide baseline protection, and Oshkosh Defense can
offer more. Whether minimal protection is needed for
disaster relief or maximum protection is needed for troops
in combat, Oshkosh Defense configures the SandCat
vehicle to accommodate. Get both the performance
and protection you need to fulfill your mission.
Crew protection is paramount. Decreasing vulnerability,
reducing casualties and increasing survivability is
the foundation on which this vehicle is built. So the
SandCat vehicle has an Integrated Survivability System.
Every technology within this system is an independent
layer that provides certain core attributes essential for
survival. By superimposing the various technologies,
and interlocking them as a complete and integral unit,
the highest level of survivability is achieved.

Spall liner reduces the number of fragments
from an overmatch threat.
Composite armor panels mean exceptional
multi-hit performance.
Armor
Technology
Armor Kits These are then packed into
The SandCat protected
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multi-role vehicle comes with armor’s foundation. The unique
a standard armor kit. Kit A is structure allows for coverage
a base level metal composite of three-dimensional curved
unit which reduces weight shapes of the vehicle chassis
and enables lower fuel design. The other two layers
consumption. Kit B is an are the vehicle’s wall and a
optional upgrade. It’s a spall liner. This metal composite
composite-based armor armor system offers extra
solution mounted on the protection while being much
base metal composite (Kit A) lighter and less costly than an
for added ballistic protection equivalent metal layer.
if the environment calls for it.
It can be easily and quickly Spall Liners
assembled out in the field. The protective inner shell is
Both A and B kits can be made up of spall liners that
specifically tailored to counter interior projectiles
your requirements. caused by an external blast or
hostile projectiles that are able
Cabin Structure to overmatch and penetrate.
The cabin structure of the
SandCat vehicle is a specially
designed superstructure of
armor panels. The armor
panels are equipped with an
overlap system to maintain
the ballistic integrity of the
panels and prevent penetration
of shrapnel, fragments or
small arms ammunition hits.
It has three layers: The external
layer is constructed of ceramic
segments, sized and
shaped to offer optimal
ballistic performance.
Readily-assembled armor in full kit form.
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Blast Management

Blast management technology is specifically designed Suspended Seats

to minimize penetration, overmatch and blast overpressure
effects through absorption and deflection. It incorporates
a v-shaped belly deflector, impact-absorbing seats,
advanced suppression systems and composite materials.
Belly Deflector
For even greater protection, seats can be suspended
to minimize acceleration forces and prevent contact
between crew and vehicle belly during a blast impact.
Seating
SandCat interior options allow flexible seating for up
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The belly deflector is a high-energy absorbing structure to eight personnel, equipment storage, electronics and
which provides protection against mines, buried charges communications gear – all selected to suit your missions.
and underside shrapnel that the vehicle may encounter.
An armored v-shaped hull accepts the impact of the
mine blast and moves the energy outward.
Bucket seating
Collapsible Seat Base for four
Tested extensively, the collapsible seat base design is
an integral component in the blast management system.
Bucket and rear bench
The seat base is engineered to absorb impact of the seating for eight
vertical accelerations experienced in a mine blast through
a downward motion. This reduces the explosive forces
and after-blast effects on the vehicle occupants.
Bucket and rear bench
The seat base is activated by violent vertical force and seating for eight with
performs as an energy-absorbing spring. The seat base rear buckets reversed
remains stable during normal driving conditions.

The Blast Management Concept incorporates a v-shaped belly deflector,

impact-absorbing seats, advanced suppression systems and composite
materials to absorb and deflect blasts.
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Additional Safety
Elements

Fire Suppression System (FSS)

The SandCat vehicle can be equipped with

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sophisticated fire suppression systems that

provide immediate response to all forms of
hazardous combustion. Fire suppression is
The Sandcat vehicle
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located inside the engine compartment, roof, offers fire suppression

floor and wheel arches. A number of systems systems for the crew
are available for various applications. compartment, engine,
fuel cell, tires and
outer shell.
Mode Auto Manual

Crew compartment protection • •

Engine protection • •
Fuel cell protection • •
Tire protection •
Outer-shell protection •

Nuclear Biological Chemical (NBC)

The SandCat vehicle can also be equipped

with fully-integrated Nuclear Biological Chemical
(NBC) safety systems. They are tailored for
specific requirements and include high-level
protection systems and overpressure capability.

The NBC safety

system can be
tailored for specific
requirements.
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Utility

Utility and Transport Specifications

Transport

Troop Seating Capacity: Utility – 4-5 person Engine

Transport – 4-8 person
Power to Weight Ratio HP/T: > 36 hp/ton
Length: 5046 mm (198 in.)
Engine/Emission Limit: NATO or FMVSS Comply
Height: 2251 mm (88 in.)
Cylinders Arrangement/No.: 6.4L V8 diesel
Width: 2160 mm (85 in.)
Engine Output: 325 hp @ 3,000 RPM
Wheelbase: 2946 mm (116 in.)
Engine Torque: 880Nm/650 lbs.-ft. @ 2,000 RPM
Track: 1860 mm (73.2 in.)
Power Management
Ground Clearance: 330 mm (13 in.)
Electric System: 200A 12V + 200A 24V
Fuel Capacity: 120 liter (31.7 gal.) dual fuel tank
Transmission: Allison® 2000 series automatic
Wheel Drive: Part-time 4-wheel drive • electric transfer case shift on the fly
Protection
Auto locking hubs
IED Fragments: Optional up to STANAG 4 Transfer Case: 2-speed electronically operated
Kinetics Energy: Optional up to STANAG 3(+) Differential Locks
Mine Blast Protection: Optional up to STANAG 2a Rear: Limited slip differential
Front: Air lock (ARB USA)
Payload Brakes: Ventilated disk brake
Curb Weight*: Utility – 6033 kg (13,300 lbs.) Steering: Hydraulic power-assist re-circulating ball steering
Transport – 6930 kg (15,280 lbs.) Tires: 285/70 R 19.5
Payload Capacity*: Utility – 2109 kg (4,650 lbs.)
Transport – 1814 kg (4,220 lbs.) Air Transportability
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 8845 kg (19,500 lbs.) Plane: C-130 and up
Helicopter (External): CH-47, MH-47, CH-53
Automotive Performance
Maximum Governed Speed: 120 kmh (74.6 mph) Options
Turning Radius: 6.5 m (21.3 ft.) Gunner Protection Kit
Gradient: 60% Remote Weapon Station (RWS)
Side Slope (Static): 39° Cargo/Storage Area (Non Armored): Open cargo bed
Approach Angle: 38° Fire Suppression Systems
Departure Angle: 30° Nuclear Biological Chemical (NBC) Protection
Vertical Obstacle/Step Climbing: 457 mm (18 in.) Self-Recovery Winch
Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS)
Run-Flat Tires
Trailer Hitch/Pintle
Rear View Camera
External Intercom System
*Varies based on levels of protection. ABS/Air Bag System
Air Conditioning System/Heater
Specifications, descriptions and illustrations within this literature are as accurate as known at the Configurable to Ambulance w/3 Litters
time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include optional
equipment and accessories and may not include all standard equipment.
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