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Army Technology - VAB (Vehicule de l'Avant Blinde) - Wheeled Armoured Fighting Vehicle (834 words) |
 | The VAB (Vehicule de l'Avant Blinde) front-line armoured vehicle is an infantry corps tactical armoured vehicle produced by Nexter Systems (formerly Giat Industries) with headquarters at Versailles in France. |
 | VAB NG has a steel hull and bullet-proof glazing which provide all-round protection against 7.62mm AP ammunition and the front of the vehicle provides protection against armour piercing rounds. |
 | The tactical mobility of the VAB is the result of a high torque turbo diesel commercial engine, the Renault MIDR 062045 (300hp), a fully automatic gearbox, independent wheel suspension, large size wheels, short wheel-base, on-the-move central tyre inflation system and low ground pressure. |
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About VAB :: Annual Meetings (1469 words) |
 | VAB also provided onetime support for initial salary for the instructors at each location; however the centers are expected to continue their operations self sufficiently. |
 | VAB plans to increase scholarships and initiate school improvement activities based on recommendations made in the Evaluation report. |
 | VAB New Jersey is planning to expand this program and organizing a fundraising dinner in early June. |