14. A4 AVL 4×4 – France
Producing company: Auverland (Panhard)
The French Army is the main user.
Cost: $220,000* (plus development costs of $300,000*)
The French refer to the A4 AVL 4×4 as a Petite Vehicule Protégé, which translates to “Small Protected Vehicle.” The French Army uses the light, all-purpose, armored 4×4 manufactured by Auverland (currently owned by Panhard). It is Peugeot’s replacement for the P4.
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The A4 is not just a crew and weapons carrier; it is also intended for reconnaissance, detection, and communications. Since 2008, 1,133 have been produced thus far. Seats may be added or removed, and the A4 can even be converted into a truck thanks to its modular design. The crew of the A4 is protected from anti-personnel mines with Level II protection on the floor.
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