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The VP11 is a family of mine-protected patrol vehicles, produced by China North Industries (Norinco).1 The family of vehicles were first introduced at a trade show in Zhuhai, China, in November 2014.2
History
The United Arab Emirates indicated interest in placing an order for 150 vehicles at that trade show.
Design
The four-wheeled vehicles are designed with a one-piece armored V-shaped bottom, so that the explosive force of enemy mines will be directed outwards, away from the vehicle's occupants.2 One model of the family is designed to serve as an armored personnel carrier, carrying seven soldiers, in addition to the vehicle's driver and commander/gunner.
The roof can mount a remote controlled weapon system, capable of controlling an automatic grenade launcher or machine gun. A paramilitary model will mount less-than-lethal weapons.1
Operators
References
References
- "Norinco fleshes out VP11 MRAP family". Retrieved 2017-12-11.
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"United Arab Emirates ordered 150 VP11 4x4 MRAP vehicles to Chinese Defense Company NORINCO 1911141". Army recognition. 2014-11-19. Retrieved 2017-12-12.
The VP11 MRAP was unveiled for the first time to the public during the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition 2014 (AirShow China) which was held in Zhuhai (China) from the 11 to 16 November 2014.
- https://www.military.africa/2022/09/gabon-military-parades-norinco-vp11-armoured-vehicle/
- Martin, Guy (2024-08-07). "Ivory Coast parades new weaponry". defenceWeb. Retrieved 2024-08-11.
- Africa, Military (30 March 2023). "Mali receives Norinco VP11 MRAP and Lynx CS/VP11 ATV". Military Africa. Retrieved 27 July 2024.
- "Burkina Faso Receives New 4x4 CS/VP14 and VP11 MRAP Vehicles from China". 2 July 2024. Retrieved 15 July 2025.