The National Defense Secretary allocates approximately 6.6 million dollars, or 119,446,562 pesos, towards the ‘Military Assembler’ investment program.
This initiative aims to use automotive sector components to construct Armored Tactical Vehicles (VTB) under the General Directorate of Military Industry’s supervision.
The overarching goal is to utilize the Directorate’s new infrastructure for the assembly and upkeep of armored vehicles to support various Mexican Army divisions.
Should the plan materialize, the Army benefits from building vehicles using the latest market technologies.
These would help ensure the safety of military personnel when executing national security missions.
The General Directorate of Military Industry’s main tasks includes creating armored vehicles and offering maintenance for the existing fleet.
They are backed by an experienced team at the Military Assembler, having crafted armored tactical vehicles like the DN-XI, Kitam I & II, Cimarrón I & II, and DN-XII in the past decade to support the Mexican Army’s various units.
The program’s mission is to produce an updated tactical vehicle, ensuring the safety of military personnel during movements, especially against firearms or explosives.
Insights gained from vehicles like the Sandcat, DN-XI, and DN-XII will influence this new design.
Initially, the focus is on acquiring the essential components to serve as a foundation for the new vehicle.
Following this, extensive testing will determine any needed enhancements. Based on these results, design and accessory adjustments may be incorporated for continuous improvement.
After testing, pilot production of 20 vehicles will commence, eventually leading to mass production to meet the Mexican Army’s demands.
It’s noted that most of the Army’s VTBs experience increased wear due to their weight, reducing their lifespan compared to non-armored vehicles.
If the new VTB evaluations prove successful, the goal is to introduce more advanced technology-based armored vehicles, fulfilling the Army’s needs more efficiently.