File:The first delivery of the upgraded FV430 Mk3 Bulldog vehicles MOD 45147090.jpg

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English: The first delivery of the upgraded FV430 Mk3 Bulldog vehicles arrived in Iraq just before Christmas 2006 with the RGJ Battalion based at Basra Palace the first to use them on operations.

The vehicles have become the RGJ’s vehicle of choice for carrying out patrols in Basra City. Additional armour provides enhanced safety for driver, commander and troops while other features include air conditioning and an improved engine and transmission for peak performance and reliability. The vehicle has already proved its worth with many soldiers favouring Bulldog as a vehicle.

A version of the veteran FV430, given extra armour and a turret. Weight: 18 tons Max speed: 75 kph Engine: Diesel Crew: 2 Carries: 7 Armament: 7.62 machine gun and GPMG.

  • Organization: RAF
  • Object Name: 43Bde-2006-039-017
  • Category: MOD
  • Supplemental Categories: Operations, Theatres, Iraq, Equipment, Vehicles, Combat, Bulldog
  • Keywords: Armoured Patrol Vehicle, APV, Iraq, Patrol, Street, City, Armoured vehicle, Bulldog
  • Country: Iraq
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Author Cpl Andy Benson (RAF)
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(Reusing this file)		 Images are downloadable at high resolution, made available at http://www.defenceimagery.mod.uk for reuse under the OGL (Open Government License).

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