TS, some of us actually observe.
http://www.mindef.gov.sg/etc/medialib/imindef_media_library/graphics/army/army_news/download_our_issues/pdf.Par.0036.File.tmp/Dec2006.pdf
Army News Dec 2006
The new Add-on Armour (AOA) module, officially commissioned on 25
October, adds a whole new level of protection to our soldiers
involved in Operations Other than War (OOTW).
The AOA is attached to Our Armys Five Ton trucks, protecting
passengers from small-arms fire. This increased armour protection
comes with no detriment to the mobility of the trucks or the
drivers field of view.It was the first time an Army team took the
lead as the principal project driver in developing an AOA solution
for wheeled vehicles.
A member of the project team, CPT Jason Chia said, It was the
first time we spearheaded a project like this. We learnt along the
way and worked with ballistics materials companies overseas to use
the suitable materials and best designs.
The AOA features plenty of technologies and designs that protect
our soldiers and vehicles from small-arms fire. Ballistics material
(ArmourGuard Steel, Ballistics Glass, Aztik Panel) covering the
front cab and rear cargo stop small-arms fire from penetrating and
harming our soldiers. Tankskin, a material sprayed onto the fuel
tank of the vehicle, instantly seals any leakage if it occurs.
Tyron Runflat, a mechanism allowing the vehicle to continue driving
with flat tyres, is also installed on all the four tyres.
The rear cargo is also designed with gunports and glass viewers for
the soldiers to fire at any threats approaching the vehicle. There
are three variants of AOA-equipped Man Five Ton, each having unique
attributes suitable for various situations.
The main differences include the seating layout and inclusion of
Anti-Personnel Mine Shield. For example, Variant One has a central
seating arrangement, which allows for quicker gunport response
while Variant Three has a more versatile side seating layout that
facilitates cargo transport.
Variant Two is the same as the first with the addition of
Anti-Personnel Mine Shield.The Guards Formation will be equipped
with ten of these armoured five-tonner trucks from December
onwards.
Chief Guards Officer, BG Goh Kee Nguan (right) commented, This
will be useful for our troops when they are deployed for OOTW. The
lives of our soldiers are very important and we want to make sure
they are adequately protected when performing their mission.
These add-on armour makes sure that in the event our guys get fired
at, there is adequate protection for them against small-arms
fire.
Carry on reading at your leisure.
Having said that.. This is not good enough for PKO.
