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BAe Wasp
Reconnaissance Vehicle
Statistics
| Country of Orgin/Used by: | South Africa |
| First Produced/Service Dates: | 2000 |
| Manufactured by: | BAe Systems - Land Systems OMC. |
| Crew: | 3-5 |
| Armament: | Various Depending on Mission |
| Engine: | 4 Cylinder Diesel |
| Miscellaneous Info: | Now known as the BAe Wasp, the vehicle was a joint development between ARMSCOR of South Africa and Vickers (later Vickers OMC) of the UK. Designed for Special Forces or airborne units where weight, size and carrying capacity are a premium, the Wasp is also known as a Rapid Deployment Reconnaissance Vehicle - (RDRV). The design is for a modular vehicle with a standard front section carrying three individuals (driver, gunner and vehicle commander) protected by a roll bar; as well as the ability to carry a rear module for either additional personnel (up to five), a 60mm mortar, or various anti-tank and anti-aircraft weapon systems. |
| Data Sheet Available: |
BAe Wasp Datasheet (by
David Haugh) |
Photos
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| Photo Above | BAe Systems via David Haugh - Oregon USA |
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