The most expensive armored vehicles

For a certain price, there is a solution to this problem. There is nothing safer on the roads and highways than armored sedan, limousine or crossover. They are equipped with a very strong steel, bullet-proof glasses and polycarbonate inserts that make the seemingly ordinary Mercedes-Benz or Cadillacs virtually indestructible. In order to stop these vehicles need a whole army, especially given that many of them have their own impressive weapons, including machine guns with ammunition army class.

Perhaps, in addition to direct security, the best thing about these machines is the level of comfort. Many of these vehicles are based on existing models of high-class cars. They protection does not go to the detriment of style and appearance provides a good disguise when moving from point A to point B. In the end, the movement on a busy street of New York City, Tokyo and Dubai in camouflage military Hummer may attract attention, which tries to avoid owners of armored vehicles. Of course, for more serious trips there vehicles army destination used in cases where the main thing is safety, not appearance.

If you have enough money to afford one of these amazing and expensive armored vehicles, you will likely need one of them. They provide peace of mind is worth a lot more than some of the cars listed below.

10. Lexus LS 460 L - 300 thousand dollars





Lexus LS 460 L perfectly combines design and safety - there have dozens of specific details to ensure safety, but apparently it's the same gorgeous Lexus. 460 L is designed and manufactured by INKAS, manufacturer of armored vehicles available on the market a variety of safe vehicles.

LS 460 heavy, but fast car. The power of its engine makes 389 horsepower, and the gearbox is automatic with eight steps. The passenger of the cabin can withstand bullets hit and explosions of grenades, but interior trim is not much different from the usual Lexus. Few people will be able to guess that the street is moving armored vehicle.

9. BMW 750 Li Sedan - 340 thousand dollars



Booking International Corporation (International Armoring Corporation) has transformed an ordinary BMW's tank on wheels. 750Li Sedan comes with a V-shaped eight-cylinder engine producing 400 horsepower, which is needed to ensure speed and power required to move hundreds of pounds of armor steel.

Many armored sedans protect only the back seat, or the main passenger cabin to reduce the cost of the car. However 750Li protects the entire interior of the car, providing safety and driver and front seat passenger. Even the exhaust pipe 750Li armored, not to mention the radiator, battery, front fenders and fuel tank. Suspension was added protection to move on any type of terrain.

8. Cadillac Escalade ESV - 350 thousand dollars



The only car that could be better Cadillac Escalade, Escalade is armored ESV. The company "Becker Automotive Design» (Becker Automotive Design) do not regret anything, to make the interior of the car pinnacle of chic - trimmed leather interior with wood details and includes modern office equipment and a large TV.

ESV was actually designed from the ground due to the use of heavy duty suspension. Becker then adds ballistic protection on the outside using a 40 mm steel and glass, which can withstand multiple bullet hits. ESV platform is extended by an additional 50 inches for maximum capacity. In addition, throughout the body are many other ballistic components, providing maximum protection.

7. Mercedes-Benz S-Guard - 400 thousand dollars



Armored cars of Mercedes-Benz is one of the most popular on the market. They retain their stylish appearance, but are equipped with a variety of reinforced and armored parts along the entire length of the body. They look inconspicuous, but will not be easily destroyed if the owner of the car once gets into trouble.

Regardless of the reasons for which a person becomes one of the armored vehicles, he will be glad to know that the model S-Guard can withstand continuous fire machine guns M60. In the event of an attack using gas S-Guard has its own oxygen system, which will close the external air vents and will be pumped into the interior clean air. Single-chamber double-glazed windows also protect against gas attack. According to some, because of their excessive weight to open and close these windows need built hydraulic lifts.

6. Knight XV - 629,000 dollars



Knight XV is the flagship car of the company «Conquest Vehicles», one of the leading manufacturers of armored vehicles. According to the «Conquest», XV SUV is unique. It is so rare that it was produced only 100 cars XV, characterized by many details army class, durable protection and comes with a ten-cylinder V-engine.

In the XV is both transparent and opaque armor protection - from the windshield to the ballistic composites of aluminum. In addition to the reservation, it is actually a chic hotel room on wheels. The cabin is equipped with satellite TV, bar, refrigerator, heated seats, "black box" and an entertainment center.

5. Armoured «Huron» - 630 thousand dollars



If you decide to buy an armored vehicle, why limit yourself? Rather than hide under the guise of the car class "lux" armored vehicle, why not show everyone who wanted to hurt you, that you have serious intentions? Armoured «Huron» perfect for this.

This is a great vehicle that can withstand hit army Metal-shell bullets. The bottom can withstand explosions of grenades and a member of the security team can manage the machine-gun turret on the roof. This armored vehicle designed more for the Army defense, rather than private use. However, for the price of a house in «Huron» e can fit a whole team of security.

4. Audi A8 Security - 700 thousand dollars



Audi A8 Security - fully armored vehicle, but it is difficult to notice. It is designed in such a way that it resembles a regular Audi. However, the car has passed the certification of ballistic Testing Center of Germany (German Ballistics Testing Center), which proves that the special aluminum alloys (as well as steel and ceramics) completely bulletproof standard VR 7.

According to the Audi, the manufacturing process is performed manually by experts in the protected area. Workers spend more than 400 hours to manufacture vehicle components. The body can withstand virtually any bullets hit. Do not lag behind and windows made of polycarbonate layers absorbing fragments that provide protection against explosions. A8 can also be adapted to the requirements of the buyer and comes with LED lights, optical smoke detector, digital radio receiver, and a siren.

3. Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG - $ 1 million



According to some reports, Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG is one of the best armored limousines on the market. G63 AMG, manufactured by «INKAS», comes with many improvements in both interior and external parts of the car, reaching incredible levels of comfort and safety.

Black leather upholstery, individual lights, bullet-proof glass, surveillance cameras - only a fraction of what is included in the price of the car. The owner of this armored vehicle can sleep soundly, knowing that it is fully protected. In G63 AMG included the partition between the driver and passengers, bullet-trap, protected fuel tank and a host of other "amenities". The passenger of the cabin is fully protected. Copyright and bottom of the car that can withstand explosions and debris from entering.

2. Cadillac One «The Beast" - 1, 5 million dollars



Any mention of armored vehicles should include also the most legendary armored car. Cadillac One is lovingly called "The Beast" and it is the only car that carries the President of the United States of America. "The Beast" worth half a million dollars comes with a fuel tank protected by armor plate, enclosed in fire-resistant foam, fire suppression system, a separate system of oxygen supply in the trunk and arms.

The armor is made from steel, aluminum, titanium and ceramics, which makes the door so heavy that the ordinary person is difficult to open them from the inside. Of course, in the "beast" has its own encrypted communication system in case the president ever will be trapped and he would need to call for help.

1. T-98 Kombat - 1, 5 million dollars



The company has released AutoCAD from the Russian T-98 Kombat, which due to its cost has earned first place in this list. In the West, many of this car is known by another name - Prombron. This armored SUV is so great that the entire interior is lined with 100 percent of whale penis leather.

The official website of the T-98 indicated that the model is popular among politicians from Russia and European princes. But nothing will stop rich people from being able to include in his motorcade this car, regardless of their relationship to the policy of Russia. In addition to the skin of whale penis into the T-98 sensors are also present in white gold, inlaid with diamonds and gold window frames.

T-98 is supplied directly from the factory with a bullet-proof and can withstand explosions armor that protects the 8-liter 8-cylinder V-engine, as well as, of course, the car's occupants.

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