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Everyday Guard – light armoring
Discreet light armoring against handguns in the protected areas, for daily use, with minimal added weight and no visible difference to the series vehicle.
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Extended VIP SUV, fully certified
VIP SUV XXLong based on Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG
The TRASCO premium SUV: an extended body based on the Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG with enlarged rear doors in a new square design, fully certified in level VR7 and tailored to the individual wishes of its owner.
VPAM-BRV 2009 level VR7, fully certified · VPAM-ERV 2010: 2× DM51 floor, 1× DM51 roof
- Extension
- +50 cm +14 cm at the rear doors, +36 cm at the cargo section
- Ballistic protection
- VR7 VPAM-BRV 2009, fully certified
- Blast protection
- 3× DM51 VPAM-ERV 2010: 2× DM51 floor, 1× DM51 roof
- Rear doors
- Enlarged New square design for comfortable entry
- Run-flat
- 15 km Emergency driving at 50 km/h with a puncture
- Origin
- Made in Germany Engineered and armored by TRASCO in Bremen
Protection concept
A fully armored passenger cell
The protection concept integrates the armoring cage into the passenger cell, including A, B and C pillars with overlaps, closed by laminated safety glass from European glass manufacturers.
Underbody protection against two DM51 hand grenades, a self-sealing fuel tank and an armored battery protect the critical systems, carried by reinforced front and rear axles and heavy-duty wheels. Reinforced heavy-duty hinges on all doors are mounted directly on the armoring cage.
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- Integrated armoring cage in the passenger cell, including A, B and C pillars with overlaps
- Laminated safety glass produced by European glass manufacturers
- Reinforced front and rear axle
- Armored battery
- Heavy-duty wheels
- Underbody protection against 2 DM51 hand grenades
- Reinforced heavy-duty hinges on all doors, directly mounted on the armoring cage
- Self-sealing fuel tank
The program
One base vehicle, three protection lines
TRASCO builds the armored SUV based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class in three lines: a discreet light-armoring conversion for everyday risks, full armoring in the high protection levels, and the extended XXLong flagship shown on this page.
VPAM VR7 / VR9
Personal Guard – heavy armoring
The fully armored SUV based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class in the heavy protection levels, engineered and armored in Bremen on the standard wheelbase.
Standard wheelbaseVR7 · Extended
XXLong – the extended flagship
The extended VIP SUV with enlarged rear doors, individually tailored interior and full VR7 certification: the vehicle presented on this page.
Certification
Fully certified in level VR7
The XXLong is fully certified in level VR7 according to VPAM-BRV 2009, tested as a complete vehicle. Blast protection is certified according to VPAM-ERV 2010 with two DM51 hand grenades under the floor and one DM51 hand grenade on the roof.
The extension and the enlarged rear doors are part of the certified protection concept: door geometry, hinges and overlaps are engineered as one system with the armoring cage.
Ballistic protection
Tested threat levels
The armoring is tested against defined threat levels. The exact weapons, calibers and test parameters are listed below.
Full test parameters
| Threat | Test level according to VPAM-APR 2006 | Classification by PM 2007 (PM) BRV 2009 (VR) | STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level) | Comparable to* DIN EN 1063 (BR), DIN EN 1522/23 (FB), BRV 1999 (VR) | Type of Weapon | Caliber | Type of bullet | Test condition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standoff (m) | Standard Hit Spacing | ||||||||
 | 7 | PM 7 VR 7 | Level 1 | BR 5 FB 5 VR 5 | M16A2/ | 5.56 × 45 mm | FJ(2)/ | 10 ± 0.5 | 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm |
 | BR 6 FB 6 VR 6 | M80 Ball (M60/ | 7.62 × 51 mm | FJ(1)/ | |||||
 | (B6+ not classified) | M16A1/ | 5.56 × 45 mm | FJ(2)/ | |||||
 | 9 | PM 9 VR 9 | BR 7 FB 7 VR 7 | M61-AP (M60/ | 7.62 × 51 mm | FJ(2)/ | 10 ± 0.5 | 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm | |
PM 7 · VR 7 M16A2/Famas-G2 · 5.56 × 45 mm
- Test level VPAM-APR 2006
- 7
- Classification PM 2007 (PM) / BRV 2009 (VR)
- PM 7
VR 7 - STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level)
- Level 1
- Comparable to*
- BR 5
FB 5
VR 5 - Type of Weapon
- M16A2/Famas-G2
- Caliber
- 5.56 × 45 mm
- Type of bullet
- FJ(2)/PB/SCP(1)
- Standoff (m)
- 10 ± 0.5
- Standard Hit Spacing
- 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm
PM 7 · VR 7 M80 Ball (M60/M14/FAL-FN) · 7.62 × 51 mm
- Test level VPAM-APR 2006
- 7
- Classification PM 2007 (PM) / BRV 2009 (VR)
- PM 7
VR 7 - STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level)
- Level 1
- Comparable to*
- BR 6
FB 6
VR 6 - Type of Weapon
- M80 Ball
(M60/M14/FAL-FN) - Caliber
- 7.62 × 51 mm
- Type of bullet
- FJ(1)/PB/SC
- Standoff (m)
- 10 ± 0.5
- Standard Hit Spacing
- 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm
M16A1/Famas-G1 (M193) 5.56 × 45 mm
- STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level)
- Level 1
- Comparable to*
- (B6+ not classified)
- Type of Weapon
- M16A1/Famas-G1 (M193)
- Caliber
- 5.56 × 45 mm
- Type of bullet
- FJ(2)/PB/SC
- Standoff (m)
- 10 ± 0.5
- Standard Hit Spacing
- 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm
PM 9 · VR 9 M61-AP (M60/M14/FAL-FN) · 7.62 × 51 mm
- Test level VPAM-APR 2006
- 9
- Classification PM 2007 (PM) / BRV 2009 (VR)
- PM 9
VR 9 - Comparable to*
- BR 7
FB 7
VR 7 - Type of Weapon
- M61-AP
(M60/M14/FAL-FN) - Caliber
- 7.62 × 51 mm
- Type of bullet
- FJ(2)/PB/HC(1)
- Standoff (m)
- 10 ± 0.5
- Standard Hit Spacing
- 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm
TRASCO Engineering
Re-engineered in Bremen
An extended, armored SUV based on the Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG carries substantial additional weight and must still drive like the standard vehicle. Chassis, brakes and wheels are re-engineered in Bremen for the armored gross weight.
Reinforced axles & suspension
Reinforced axles upgraded with sway bars, heavy-duty dampers and springs, matched to the armored weight of the extended body.
High-performance brakes
A high-performance brake system keeps deceleration safe at all times despite the increased vehicle weight.
Tires, rims & run-flat
Special tires with an increased load index on rims with a unique design and proven load capacity, including the run-flat system for emergency driving with a puncture, up to 15 km at 50 km/h.
Extended body engineering
The extension with enlarged, square-design rear doors is engineered as part of the certified protection concept: hinges and overlaps mount directly to the armoring cage.
The extension in detail
Body design in CATIA V5 and by 3D scanning to OEM standards. Chassis and suspension are extended and adapted, brake lines and wiring harnesses extended, and a new one-piece stamped steel roof is produced. New large rear doors in square design get new windows and window lifters, the new cargo area large side windows; headliner, door panels, cargo area and floor are made to the new size.
Options
Options for your armored SUV
Further equipment is available on request. Every vehicle is configured individually with our engineering team.
Interior & multimedia
- Exclusive partition wall with retractable monitor/glass screen
- Partition wall with compartments for documents and bar, lowerable 27" monitor and lowerable switchable glass (clear or opaque)
- Multimedia with ambient lighting, controlled by smartphone or tablet
- Multimedia system with integrated 27" iMac, controlled via iPad/iPhone
- Bang & Olufsen surround sound system with subwoofer
- Separate luxury seats in the rear with center console & work station
- Bar compartment and refrigerator (cold compartment)
- Electric parade sliding roof
- Independent rear air-conditioning system
Protection & safety
- Large armored windshield
- Electrically operated ballistic windows
- Automatic/manual fire extinguishing system for engine compartment and underbody
- Additional auxiliary battery
- Upgraded suspension
Protocol & communication
- 3-tone siren
- Blue flashing lights in the grille and side mirrors
- Intercom system (inside/outside)
- Long side steps
- Long roof railings
Gallery
The armored SUV in production and on duty
Missions
Who relies on the armored SUV
VIP & private clients
A chauffeured luxury SUV with certified VR7 protection and an individually tailored interior, from work station to surround sound.
Heads of state & protocol
Representation with substance: the presence of a vehicle based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, extended for legroom and protocol equipment, with documented full certification.
Security-conscious executives
Daily protection at a high level: enlarged doors for comfortable entry, blast-protected floor and roof, run-flat mobility.
FAQ
Questions about the armored SUV
Your question is not listed? Our team will be glad to help.
How much longer is the XXLong than the standard vehicle based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
The body is extended by 50 cm overall: 14 cm at the enlarged rear doors and 36 cm at the cargo section. The additional length benefits the rear compartment and its individual configuration.
Is the extended vehicle fully certified?
Yes. The vehicle is fully certified in level VR7 according to VPAM-BRV 2009, including blast protection according to VPAM-ERV 2010 with two DM51 hand grenades under the floor and one DM51 on the roof.
Is the extension also available without armoring?
Yes. TRASCO also extends a customer’s vehicle based on the Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG by 50 cm without armoring, with the same body engineering, new rear doors in square design and the new cargo area.
Can the interior be customized?
Completely. Partition wall, multimedia, luxury seating, bar compartment, refrigerator, work station: every XXLong is tailored to the individual wishes of its owner.
Is the vehicle based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class also available without extension?
Yes. TRASCO armors the vehicle based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class with standard wheelbase, from discreet light armoring up to the heavy protection levels VPAM VR7 and VR9.
Armored SUV based on Mercedes-Benz G-Class →Where is the vehicle built and how is it serviced?
The conversion is engineered and built in-house at TRASCO in Bremen, Germany. Service is available in four levels: in your own workshop, at trained local service partners, by the mobile TRASCO Flying Doctor team, or at the Bremen plant, supported by 24/7 hotlines and genuine spare parts including ballistic glass.
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