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Nyala
Photo credit: Capt. Steele
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Nyala
SALH soldiers are currently using the Nyala in Afghanistan and receive additional training as gunners and drivers prior to deployment.
The RG-31 Nyala is a multi-purpose mine-protected vehicle made by BAE Systems Land Systems South Africa (formerly Land Systems OMC) in South Africa, based on the TFM Industries' Mamba APC. The vehicle’s V-shaped monocoque welded steel hull and high suspension are designed to resist a blast equivalent to two TM-57 anti-tank mines detonating simultaneously.
The RG-31 has become the multi-purpose vehicle of choice of the UN and other peacekeeping and security forces. It is finding favour with non-governmental organisations requiring a vehicle with a non-aggressive appearance to protect their personnel against the threat of land mines.
The Nyala currently utilizes the PROTECTOR M151 Remote Weapons Station.
Armament:
PROTECTOR
Photo credit: WIKI
The PROTECTOR M151 Remote Weapon Station, is a remotely-controlled weapons station (RWS) that can be mounted to vehicles and stationary platforms. It is manufactured by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace.
The PROTECTOR is commonly used by the US Army Stryker Brigade.
The system consists of a stabilized firing platform, a fire control system and control grips. Several weapons can be mounted to the platform, such as:
M2 12.7mm machine gun,
M240/MAG-58 7.62mm machine gun,
Mark-19 40mm grenade launcher,
H&K GMG 40mm grenade launcher,
XM307 Advanced Crew-Served Weapon,
Javelin anti-tank guided missile,
Hellfire anti-tank guided missiles
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