Heavy-duty suspension
Heavy-duty shock absorbers and springs, a reinforced chassis and frame with additional body mounts for more driving stability, and reinforced front and rear axles.
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Nissan Patrol Peacekeeper
Armored Nissan Patrol
The armored off-road vehicle for crisis areas, built by TRASCO in Bremen, Germany: assault rifle protection VR7 (formerly B6), heavy-duty suspension and brakes, used by the UN and other organizations in crisis areas all over the world.
Assault rifle protection VR7 (formerly B6) · STANAG 4569, Level 1 · More than 200 units since 2002
- Armoring level
- VR7 (formerly B6) Assault rifle protection, VPAM VR7
- Track record
- 200+ Nissan Patrol Peacekeeper built since 2002
- Tires
- 1,400 kg Load index 120, on- and off-road performance
- Run-flat
- 15 km Emergency driving at 50 km/h after a puncture
- Underbody
- 2× DM51 Protection against hand grenades
- Origin
- Made in Germany Engineered and armored by TRASCO in Bremen
Protection concept
A fully armored passenger cell
An armoring cage including A, B and C pillars with overlaps is integrated into the passenger cell. Laminated safety glass produced by European glass manufacturers forms the transparent armor.
The battery is armored, the fuel tank is self-sealing, and an underbody protection protects against two DM51 hand grenades. Reinforced heavy-duty hinges on all doors are mounted directly on the armoring cage, with an additional door adjustment integrated in door and frame.
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- Integrated armoring cage in the passenger cell, including A, B and C pillars with overlaps
- Additional door adjustment integrated in door and frame
- Laminated safety glass produced by European glass manufacturers
- Reinforced front and rear axle
- Armored battery
- Heavy-duty wheels
- Underbody protection against two DM51 hand grenades
- Reinforced heavy-duty hinges on all doors, directly mounted on the armoring cage
- Self-sealing fuel tank
Certification
Certified ballistic materials, documented threat levels
The armoring uses ballistic materials tested and certified according to VPAM-PM 2007 by government-approved German VPAM test laboratories. The protection level VR7 (formerly B6) meets STANAG 4569, Level 1: assault rifle ammunition such as 7.62×51 mm and 5.56×45 mm.
In 2000, the armored Nissan Patrol Peacekeeper (Y61) was certified as a complete vehicle by the official German proof house Beschussamt Mellrichstadt: VR6 according to BRV 1999, including hand grenade protection (certificate no. 00M299E01d).
The vehicle concept was tested by the German federal test center WTD 41. The complete threat table below documents every weapon, caliber and test condition.
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)/ | |||||
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
TRASCO Engineering
Re-engineered in Bremen
Full armoring adds considerable weight to an off-road vehicle. TRASCO re-engineers suspension, chassis, wheels and brakes of the Patrol, so the Peacekeeper keeps its stability and braking performance on- and off-road.
Tires, rims and run-flat
Special tires with an increased load index of 120 (1,400 kg) and on- and off-road performance, on rims with a proven load capacity of up to 1,400 kg. The integrated run-flat system allows emergency driving for up to 15 km at 50 km/h.
Heavy-duty brakes
Specially manufactured heavy-duty discs, calipers and pads keep the braking performance and reduce fading despite the increased weight. The brake system is tested according to European Directive 70/320/EEC.
Armored doors
Reinforced heavy-duty hinges are mounted directly on the armoring cage, with an additional door adjustment integrated in door and frame.
Since 2002
More than 200 Peacekeepers
Since 2002, TRASCO has built more than 200 armored Nissan Patrol Peacekeepers. They are used by the UN and other organizations in crisis areas all over the world.
The vehicle concept was tested by the German federal test center WTD 41.
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The armored SUV in production and on duty
Missions
Who relies on the armored SUV
UN and other organizations
Used by the UN and other organizations in crisis areas all over the world, with assault rifle protection and underbody protection against hand grenades.
Off-road missions
Heavy-duty suspension, reinforced axles and special tires with on- and off-road performance for difficult terrain.
Security details
A robust armored vehicle for protection teams operating outside of paved roads.
FAQ
Questions about the armored SUV
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Which protection level does the Peacekeeper offer?
The armored Nissan Patrol Peacekeeper offers assault rifle protection VR7 (formerly B6), which meets STANAG 4569, Level 1: protection against assault rifle ammunition such as 7.62×51 mm and 5.56×45 mm.
Which areas are protected?
An armoring cage including A, B and C pillars with overlaps is integrated into the passenger cell, with laminated safety glass all around. Battery, fuel tank and underbody are protected as well.
Is the underbody protected against explosives?
Yes. The underbody protection is designed against two DM51 hand grenades.
How does the vehicle handle the additional weight?
TRASCO fits heavy-duty shock absorbers and springs, reinforces chassis, frame and axles, adds body mounts and installs heavy-duty brakes tested according to European Directive 70/320/EEC.
What happens after a puncture?
The run-flat system integrated in the rims allows emergency driving with flat tires for up to 15 km at 50 km/h.
How long has TRASCO built the Peacekeeper?
Since 2002. More than 200 Nissan Patrol Peacekeepers have been built since then.
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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