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More than 2,400 of this armor have been produced and gave birth to follow-up model Casspir. Buffel means buffalo. It’s built in simple structure so when it’s damaged by a mine, it can be repaired within an hour with parts already set inside.

It’s equipped with CBR measuring sensor and componential analysis instrument inside so it gathers sample at contaminated area informing whether the area is safe or not. By the way, I’ve been in a CBR chamber 3 times, and it’s the last place I want to get in again. Can’t breathe and water’s coming out of both eyes and nose. It’s like a little bomb’s exploded inside my chest. Seen a hell..

This armor is designed with adjustment of module-type structure for multi-purpose missions. It has 8 tons maximum load and 14m3 capacity. So it is able to perform transporting troops as well as special missions such as command posts, field hospitals, etc.

Equipped with auto-loading system for the first time over the world, and aim the main armament moving entire turret itself. Latin America and developing countries imported these for their low price and ease to operate. About 4,500 of these models have been produced between 1952 and 1980, having been deployed over 25 countries.