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- Author: BOXINCAT
- Date: August 13, 2011
Armored car LMV M65 "LYNX"
The LMV M65 Lynx armored vehicle is an all-wheel drive multifunctional armored vehicle designed to perform a wide range of missions facing the Russian Armed Forces.
In 2008, an agreement was reached between the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation, OJSC KAMAZ and the IVECO company (Italy) to carry out joint work to determine the possibility of using military vehicles produced by IVECO in the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.
In the period from 2009 to 2011, in order to assess the compliance of the main tactical and technical characteristics of prototypes of all-wheel drive armored vehicles IVECO 65E19WM (LMV) with the requirements of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation, tests were carried out on two vehicles received from Italy.
The explosion destroys the front chassis and severely damages the engine, but the armored capsule is intact. The hatch is deliberately designed to swing open during an explosion and thereby protect the crew from excess pressure. Inside the car, damage is limited to a displaced steering column (there was no contact with the driver) and chipped plastic from the front panel. An examination showed that the dummy driver, who was closest to the point of the explosion, was not injured, only his trousers were slightly torn by a flying piece of the panel and his leg was cut below the knee. Sensors record that the overload limit for the human body has not been exceeded.
Protection technology involves the creation of a separate armored capsule for the habitable compartment, which is equipped with ceramic ballistic protection attached to a metal frame, standard armored panels and bulletproof glass. The stiffening ribs are a special tubular frame.
The explosion energy is gradually extinguished by ceramic protection, a two-layer bottom, frame posts, roof, and suspension system. A significantly weakened acceleration impulse, which does not exceed medical overload standards for a person, reaches the seats of the vehicle crew members through the suspension system.
Currently, a batch of Lynx vehicles (IVECO 65E19WM (LMV)) is undergoing operational (military) tests in units of the Russian Ground Forces.
Engine: Diesel IVECO F1D common rail Euro 3 Displacement: 3 l Maximum power: 185 hp / 3700 rpm Maximum torque: 456 Nm / 1800 rpm Gearbox: ZF 6HP260 6F (Automatic) Transfer case: Steyr (Two-stage) Total weight: 6.5 t Permissible weight: 7 t Load capacity: 3 t Fording depth: 700 mm (with special preparation 1200 mm)
Length: 4.7/5.5 m Wheelbase: 3.2/3.5 m Width: 2.05 m
Track width: 172 cm Ground clearance: 49.3 cm Maximum speed: 130 km/h Average fuel consumption: 14 l / 100 km Protection class: - 3rd according to STANAG - 6a according to GOST R 50963-96 (protection from all major types of small arms and shell fragments)
What is the output volume
By 2012, it was planned to bring more than 60 vehicles to the test site, and in 2013, manufacturers wanted to increase volumes and produce the first small batch of armored cars. But unforeseen circumstances keep everything under wraps and veil of secrecy. It is not yet known what fate awaits the armored Lynx. Some sources claim that they plan to discontinue the Lynx and put the Tiger on production line. After all, after many trials and tests, it became clear that this car is much ahead of the Lynx in some characteristics and parameters. In addition, the price for the Tiger is much lower than the cost of the Lynx all-terrain vehicle. An armored vehicle, as mentioned earlier, costs about 12 million rubles, while the price of a Tiger is approximately five million. The difference, of course, is significant and significant.
Such a high price is explained by the fact that only one step for an armored car costs the Russian budget about 30 thousand rubles, and work on the body is 26 thousand. And the price of this vehicle in the event of an unforeseen military conflict is also unknown, because spare parts are practically not produced, and repairing an armored all-terrain vehicle will cost a tidy sum.
It is difficult to judge a Russian car when six cars are being tested at a test site in America, and only one of them will go into production. In Russia there is no such thing, plus, there are many secrets and mysteries hanging over the armored car, which remain only between two manufacturers.
Armored vehicle "IVECO 65E19WM" - Russian "Lynx"
The history of the creation of this vehicle begins with agreements between the Russian Defense Ministry and the Italian IVECO on the possibilities of operating an armored army vehicle produced by IVECO in units of the Russian Armed Forces, signed in 2008. In 2009, KAMAZ purchased two Iveco LMV armored multifunctional vehicles for testing. The price of one car is almost $400,000. The main reason for purchasing these particular vehicles is operation in more than 10 countries, good explosion protection and the interest of the top military leadership of Russia in this particular machine. At that time, there were no such machines that would satisfy the requirements of the military in Russia. Although the same armored transporter BTR-90, created in the 90s and accepted for supply in 2008, the military refused to take into service, calling it also a hopeless vehicle. And a foreign vehicle, without any tenders or full tests, is almost immediately put into service by the Russian Armed Forces.
We remember the indignation caused by this fact, which was reinforced by the tests carried out, where the Italian car lost to the domestic Tiger - the Iveco LMV could not stand the test on snowy off-road terrain and quietly crawled forward when the Gorky Tiger confidently “ran” through the test section. Then the “interested” KAMAZ specialists made excuses that the bumper was too wide and there was practically no protection for the pallet. They eliminated these identified shortcomings in the following samples.
The Tiger does not have increased protection of class 6a, unlike the Iveco LMV. But at one time, the military did not put demands on Gorky’s designers to install such protection. It can also be installed fairly quickly and a well-protected Tiger can be “adopted into service.” After all, the Tiger model SMP-2, created for units of internal troops, already has class 5 protection, and the army version was left without good armor - but they serve the Motherland together and are used in military conflicts.
But let's return to "Lynx". The situation with it became more and more intriguing - by 2010, two more vehicles were bought for testing (assembled from KAMAZ). At exhibitions, “IVECO 65E19WM”, only with the Russian name “Lynx”, is shown only in closed exhibitions, where the fate of many samples is usually decided. In 2011, a dozen more vehicles were purchased and assembled at KAMAZ. However, almost immediately KAMAZ refuses to participate in the joint project. According to the information provided to the public, the Italian company had problems with the license, because the equipment and units are assembled in several countries. After this, the military department itself became the “conductor” of Iveco armored vehicles. In the fall, it appears at the exhibition under the “banners” of Oboronservis. But “Lynx” was unlucky again; the armored vehicle was unable to cope with the tests and simply avoided many obstacles.
Where is it found?
This military vehicle is widely used in 10 countries, including Italy itself. The car has good security and ease of control. These important characteristics make it suitable and reliable for combat operations. In Russia, the combat all-terrain vehicle was named Lynx, which immediately proved suitable for military and rescue operations. In addition, in 2012 Lynx took part in the military parade on Red Square for Victory Day on May 9. It can be noted that at that time the all-terrain vehicle was already considered a Russian car, although many knew that this was the merit of not only the KAMAZ company, but also the Italian automobile company. The armored body and the latest filling were to the taste of many military services in Russia, this is what made the car so popular.
Petrol mower Lynx BTR-43
Petrol mower Lynx BTR-43 is a petrol trimmer made in Belarus. The gasoline trimmer of this model is intended for domestic use in the garden, at the dacha, in personal areas, as well as in adjacent areas.
The main purpose of the trimmer is:
- lawn mowing;
- pruning branches:
- giving shape to bushes;
- mowing weeds.
Lynx BTR-43 is equipped with a two-stroke engine, fuel for refueling is unleaded gasoline. The engine location, like many similar models, is top-mounted. The power of the brush cutter is 1690 W.
Basic equipment of the Lynx BTR-43 lawn mower
No additional equipment is provided for the BTR-43.
Advantages of the trimmer Lynx BTR-43
- light weight;
- quick start;
- trouble-free operation;
- powerful engine;
- performance;
- affordability.
Disadvantages of the Lynx BTR-43 trimmer
- loud noise when the trimmer is operating;
- lack of tilt angle adjustment (interferes with uneven areas).
Design and characteristics
Owners of homesteads and summer cottages often require a brush cutter that can cope with mowing grass and weeds. Among the products existing on the market, the Lynx petrol trimmer has improved technical parameters. Its power is 2300 W, and the fuel tank capacity is 1 liter.
The engine is two-stroke, located in the upper part of the structure. The manufacturer provides a warranty, and if you need to replace spare parts, you can contact service centers.
The Lynx petrol mower weighs 9 kg, is equipped with a bicycle-type handle and a convenient backpack suspension. They provide reliable fixation of the tool and convenient use. You can do the job using a knife and fishing line, which are supplied in the kit.
The belt equipment is adjustable according to the waist circumference, removes the load from the operator’s hands and evenly distributes it over the shoulders and back. Safety during operation is ensured by a wide protective casing, which is located in the lower part of the structure.
The trimmer is equipped with an air filter that ensures clean air enters the engine. The carburetor of a gasoline scythe, as a module of the power system, helps reduce the volume of fuel injection and increases power.
The drive shaft can withstand increased loads and ensure smooth transmission. The controls are located on the handle of the structure, which allows you to control the operation of the engine.
The abbreviation “BTR-52” in the name of the Lynx lawn mower stands for gasoline trimmer. This garden tool is assembled in Belarus and sold by the international corporation Nikkey. This manufacturer, headquartered in Scotland, produces gardening and construction equipment.
User manual
When using the lawn mower, follow these operating and maintenance instructions:
- fill the tank with fuel in a timely manner;
- work with the trimmer carefully, avoiding getting clothes into the cutting element;
- do not work in littered areas;
- use a plastic grass mask and earplugs to protect against the loud sounds of the mower when operating;
- clean the knives and device body from adhering grass after each shutdown;
- Perform assembly and operation only according to the instructions, do not violate the rules of use.
Please note that the higher the quality of fuel and lubricants, the better and more durable the device will function.
Owner reviews
Artem, Kazan:
“I bought the first thing I found. I didn’t seriously choose at all, and I’m very glad that the seller recommended this particular gas mower to me. Of course, it is not comparable to large units, but for such a great price there was nothing to think about. It's about the same price now as it was a year ago. It copes with its tasks, and I only use it to keep the lawn in order. I went to the Lynx manufacturer’s website and there was absolutely no information there. I would like in the future to publish information about new products, they have good technology!”
