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BAE Systems Launches New Reconnaissance, Patrol and Utility Vehicle

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Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

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By Ann Roosevelt BAE Systems yesterday said its South Africa business has developed a purpose-built RG35 Reconnaissance, Patrol and Utility (RPU) vehicle that balances firepower, proven survivability and the tactical mobility troops currently need and will require in the future. The rugged, multi-mission RG35 RPU is a tactical 4X4 wheeled vehicle that can be equipped with light and medium turrets, as well as direct and indirect-fire weapons. It can power its way through tough terrain, taking troops wherever they need…

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