Rg33 mrap socom variant of the rg33 mineresistant ambushprotected armored vehicle. Sold as is as a parts for sale by norm dion on gunsamerica. Blue metal, 2 barrel, brown plastic twopiece grips. As a collectable, the functional mechanics of this design cannot be displayed without making a cutaway, as the parts are all crimped shut when manufactured. The rg33l is a 6x6 utility mrap category ii vehicle ordered by the us army and the us marine corps usmc for its ongoing military operations in. With the need for largescale amphibious landings to decide the outcome of world war ii the us navy developed several types of specialized unit to reconnoitre potential landing areas, degrade the enemys ability to resist, and. In the wake of the us armys belated realization that mine protection was critical for vehicles in theater, baes designs, longstanding experience in the field, and production capacity had made them an early favorite. The rgd33 was the next generation replacement to the w. There are two variants, the standard rg33 has four wheels and weighs 22 tons while the extended rg33l variant has six wheels, can carry twice as many people in the back, and weighs 26 to 37 tons depending on the version. The usmc ordered 1,385 of the mark 5e variant, and operate more rg31s than any other military service.
Armoured personnel carriers of south africa rg33, rg35. The rg33 socom auv variant was based on the rg33 6x6, with features designed to meet the requirements of us special operations command. Neither ussocom nor its contributors are responsible for the content of any offsite pages that are referenced by or that reference to ussocoms home page. The award recognizes extraordinary accomplishment of a special operations force member who creates and delivers. Testing of usmc units began in january of 2007 and orders followed in february with a second order coming in june. The rg 33 socom auv variant was based on the rg 33 6x6, with features designed to meet the requirements of us special operations command.
Sent via not many photos of this variant floating around. Rg 33 3d model available on turbo squid, the worlds leading provider of digital 3d models for visualization, films, television, and games. On dec1807 a further order for 600 rg33l cat 2 was awarded to bae systems, for 645 million dollars. In the wake of the us armys belated realization that mine protection was critical for vehicles in theater, baes designs, longstanding experience in the field, and production capacity had made them an early. Model 191430 stick grenade, which also had a released igniter fuze mechanism. Easily share your publications and get them in front of issuus millions of monthly readers. First lambertsen award for operational innovation awarded.
There are two variants, the standard rg33 has four wheels and weighs 22 tons while the extended rg 33l variant has six wheels, can carry twice as many people in the back, and weighs 26 to 37 tons depending on the version. Rg 33 mrap socom variant of the rg 33 mineresistant ambushprotected armored vehicle. The rg31 and rg33 are mineresistant light armored vehicles fielded by the us armed forces in iraq under the mrap program. It is based on the rg31, which itself is based on the mamba apc, although it is roughly twice the weight of an rg31. Following the german invasion of the ussr, the crude. The hk40series was designed for sale to conscripts so they could be familiar with their service rifle before entering military service, a common practice in germany and switzerland. United states special operations command fact book 2014 subunified commands established oct. It is based on the rg 31, which itself is based on the mamba apc, although it is roughly twice the weight of a rg 31. The rg33 is based on the rg31, which itself is based on the south african mamba armoured personnel carrier, although it is roughly twice the weight of an rg31. Another named variant, the rg31 sabre is a cargominded form. Rgd33 stick grenade internet movie firearms database. The rg33 6x6 socom auv armored utility variant is a mineresistant light armored vehicle designed and manufactured by bae systems land systems in united states.
They are what they area cheap firearm for occassional shooting,i mean occasionalthough most ive seen carry west german proof markings, which does say something, i would keep it in the glove compartment or whereever i be afraid of loosing a much more expensive firearm. Rg33 socom auv armored utility variant technical data. The rg33 is a family of mrap vehicles, available in several configurations including the category i 4. Something that you will do even if you dont buy this book. Chairman of the joint chiefs of staffs reading list 2012.
The rg33 is a 4x4 utility mrap category i vehicle ordered by the us army and the us marine corps usmc for its ongoing military operations in iraq and afghanistan. The special operations variant of the rg33 has been used by socom units since summer 2008 and has been deployed to iraq and afghanistan the vehicle features a vshaped hull designed to channel blast away from the occupants as well as advanced armor for protection from ieds and small. The rg33 is based on the rg31, which itself is based on the mamba apc, although it is roughly twice the weight of an rg31. To date, the only operators of the rg33 family have been the croatian army, the united states army, the united states marine corps, and u. The vehicle can accommodate a crew of ten members nine soldiers and one driver. The rg31 charger is a named variant in service with the united states army and is based on the mk 3 and mk 5 production models outfitted with a detroit diesel and cummins engine, respectively. Sea control squadron three three vs33, assigned to carrier wing nine, was commissioned april 1, 1960. Cooper during a ceremony at the 2011 special operations forces and industrial conference formal dinner. Rg model 40 sixshot da revolver in 38 special caliber. Info on the various special vehicles used by american special operations forces including the gmv, ranger sov and the dpv. Iso group provides spare parts and solutions for all rg31 and rg33 variants.
The special operations variant of the rg33 has been used by socom units since summer 2008 and has been deployed to iraq and afghanistan the vehicle features a vshaped hull designed to channel blast away from the occupants as well as advanced armor. Bae systems manufactured three of the us marine corps five variants of mrap vehicles. These vehicles are also deployed as special operations command socom and sustainment integrated logistics support ils vehicles. By july 2010, bae systems had completed over 2,200 rg33 vehicles for the us army and marine corps. Parts parts and accessories for the rohmrg model 31 revolver in caliber. The mk5 is a standard variant in the rg31 family and specially designed for resisting improvised explosives and mines. The bae systems rg33 special operations command socom armored utility variant auv mrap is a modified commercial offtheshelf vehicle designed from the ground up to reduce casualties and increase. Family, friends, firearms the corner gun shop revolvers rg ind. According to general dynamics, as of august 2007, u.
To date, the rg33 vehicle family includes the rg33 6x6 or rg33l, the rg33 4x4, medium mine protected vehicle mmpv 6x6, and mine resistant recovery and maintenance vehicle mrrmv 6x6 variants. Rg33 mine resistant ambush vehicle mrap army technology. Rg33 variant click to view full the usas mineresistant, ambush protected mrap program has been a long road for bae systems. In this edition of special operations outlook, we cover ussocoms acquisition, technology, and logistics priorities, the commands new exploration of artificial intelligence as a force multiplier. By continuing to use this site you consent to our use of cookies. Army improved first aid kit ifak, nsn 6545015841582, multicam ocp manual. Rg33 variant the usas mineresistant, ambush protected mrap program has been a long road for bae systems. Lambertsen award for operational innovation was recently awarded to marine corps staff sergeant craig s. Almost none of these orders had come through the mrap program, however just 20 vehicles as of july 2007, even as competitors like navistar and.
On 18oct, an additional order for 600 mraps was received, involving 399 rgl33l cat 2, 112 rgl33l cat 2 ambulance variants and 89 rg33 socom for 322 million dollars. The rg33 mineresistant ambushprotected vehicle mrap is a 4x4 mineprotected armored vehicle. It has rg31 mks iii and v, rg33, rg33l, medevac version, socom variants, engine shots. Another variant for the us special operations forces, but based on the rg33l, and known as the rg33l ussocom armored utility vehicle auv rounded out. Have you checked out the reading list of the commander of u.
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