Protecting vital teams with The Armored Group’s Terrier Armored Vehicle LT-79 ensures that when things get serious your team has the equipment they need to get the job done. Living through the altercation and returning safely home to their family. 

Outfitted with ballistic protection, customization and maneuverability ensures that this vehicle can get your team in and out. The Terrier LT-79 has proven itself time after time handling some of the toughest situations regardless of opposition or terrain with ease. 

Consult with our sales team about the optional customization available for your Terrier Vehicle LT-79; choosing from our extensive inventory of upgrade options. 

About The Armored Group 

We are in the business of protecting your mission, cargo, objectives and most of all your personnel. The Armored Group is a leader in the global industry of armored vehicles for security and protection of your most vital people and things. Each of our vehicles must pass exhaustive and extensive safety and security protocols to be deemed worthy of being branded one of The Armored Groups vehicles. 

When safety and security is the name of the game and we play to win. Contact our offices for pricing and customization options for your fleet of vehicles. We can take care of all of your armored vehicle needs quickly and efficiently while paying attention to your budgetary requirements.

Types of Armored Vehicles Available 

Custom Armored Vehicles

Armored Personnel Carriers (APC)

Armored SUV

Armored Trucks

Armored Sedans

Armored Limousines

Armored Vans

Cash In Transit Armored Vehicles

Special Purpose Armored Vehicles

Armored Land Cruisers

New Armored Vehicles

Assorted Used Armored Vehicles

Have your existing vehicle Up-Armored into an armored vehicle

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Think of some of the different types of vehicles most commonly used in these operations. Do you recognize oversized sedans or unmarked vans in day-to-day life? Police and SWAT teams nationwide use a wide variety of mainstream vehicles to carry out sting operations. For all you know, the vehicle at the end of your street could be occupied by an undercover cop!

Armored vehicle companies like us have the ability to provide vehicles of nearly every make and model, but some of the most common that police departments and SWAT units utilize are rapid deployment vehicles, otherwise known as RDVs. These types of vehicles look like delivery trucks. Because these trucks are initially an empty shell, our company can work with each individual department's personalized needs. If they want the vehicle to serve multiple purposes, we can install standard bench seating with storage options for the different components needed, as well as multipurpose tables. Ample lighting, comfortable, removable seating, electrical outlets and multiple exits are all highly important for the individuals housed within the vehicle. Did you know: undercover personnel using RDVs can use interchangeable magnetic signs to mimic different utility companies, so that they can remain "under the radar?"

Storage is vital to police specialty vehicles, seeing as police officers require a vast array of different items for any given operation. Some of the most common items include bulletproof vests, ammunition, artillery, undercover clothing and special items for mimicked trades, such as narcotics used in drugs busts.

Since crime never stops, we prepare our RDVs for every type of terrain and extreme weather condition. The tires have to be able to perform for every worst-case scenario imaginable. Another option to take into consideration is gas versus diesel engines. While gas can be less expensive and provide a quieter ride, diesel engines are best suited for situations that call for extra torque. RDV interiors can also be insulated to provide maximum heating and cooling benefits for its occupants. Did you know: stakeouts can last for hours, days and even weeks? Therefore, comfort and ease of movement are both extremely important factors.

Before you consider carrying out your next sting operation in a conventional unmarked police vehicle, we urge you to explore the potential benefits that RDVs can offer your department.

The Armored Group, LLC (TAG) has unparalleled dedication to protecting individuals with our top-of-the-line vehicles. Our specialized vehicle associates can educate you on what TAG can offer, so please visit our website today to view our large selection of armored vehicles!

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While The Armored Group’s (TAG) output is always top-notch, what goes behind the scenes to ensure quality? There are a variety of organizations authorized by national and worldwide governing institutions that oversee testing and certification. TAG proudly boasts their ISO 9001 certification in addition to blast certification of VPAM – BRV 2009 and VR7 Ballistic ERV 2010 for both the Toyota Land Cruiser and Toyota Hilux.

The Armored Group recently completed a seven-week renovation of a Maybach 57S, an armored vehicle built especially for one of our high-profile clients. Our innovative practices have allowed us to debut our newest invention, TAGLight. To make a vehicle not look obviously armored, we have created a composite of ballistic steel to be 63 percent lighter than thick steel plating.

How can a company like TAG be allowed to create and implement inventions for their industry? The answer is simple: certifications.

Exploring the ISO 9001 certification
ISO represents the International Organization for Standardization, which was founded in 1947 to assist in international trade by providing the specifications necessary for global standards for three categories: products, services, and good practices.

The ISO 9001:2008 certification, according to ISO ^[1], is provided to organizations and businesses that meet the standards for quality management system in two distinct categories: (a) consistent production of consumer and industry expectations as well as meeting requirements for both statutes and regulations; and (b) meets and exceeds consumer expectations by offering more efficient products or practices than current methods. Based on their explanation, TAG has met those requirements because they have several projects lined up post-Maybach production, and the Maybach effectively rolled out their newest product, TAGLight.

What is NTOA?
Some of TAG's vehicles, such as the Rapid Deployment Vehicles (RDVs), are mandated by the testing agency known as the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA). Organizations most likely to use NTOA tested vehicles include police departments, sheriff’s offices and other tactical associations. The NTOA’s main mission^[2] is split between empowering and informing those employed by law enforcement agencies and creating an area of discussion to assist in tactical development and exchange of information. This applies to TAG since we work closely with law enforcement agencies on both a local and national level, whether it is the police department or various government military operations.

On the whole, certifications mean that a company consistently desires to prove themselves worthy of their consumers. This not only displays transparent honesty but also exhibits a hungry need to set a business apart from the rest of the industry. Certifications contribute to wider networks, and organizations can therefore be exposed to a larger business audience. Other TAG certifications are available here.

The Armored Group is a worldwide operating company with three manufacturing locations (two in North America and one in the Middle East). Our company has exceptional sales associates who are thoroughly knowledgeable about our products and practices for all of your armored vehicle needs. Take a look at our selection, and then call us at 855-TAG-SAFE (855-824-7233) about making one yours today!

 ^[1]ISO. “ISO 9001:2008: Quality Management Systems - Requirements: Abstract.” Retrieved January 13, 2014 from International Organization for Standardization.

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As a non-armored vehicle, the RDV is less costly than an armored personnel carrier or a SWAT truck. Its more modest looks also give it a lower-profile, less aggressive appearance, which can help in situations where the presence of an armored SWAT vehicle like TAG’s Ballistic Armored Tactical Transport (BATT) could attract too much attention.

The RDV was created in 2004 in a kind of collaboration between The Armored Group and the police department in Irving, Texas. The Irving PD wanted to be able to transport its entire SWAT/Narcotics team and their supporting equipment in a single vehicle. They wanted the vehicle to facilitate faster, safer deployment at the scene by affording room for officers to stand and by providing multiple doors from which to deploy. The department also needed a vehicle that would fit its limited budget and that would be easy and economical to maintain during its lifetime.

The Armored Group rose to the challenge and built a vehicle that addressed these concerns – the first TAG Rapid Deployment Vehicle. The RDV featured sliding deployment doors on each side and doors in the rear, as well as steel-reinforced grab bars in the roof. The payoff came after the Irving PD and their custom RDV appeared on a show on Court TV, which resulted in a slew of inquiries about it from other law enforcement agencies.

Based on the various needs that law enforcement agencies have expressed over the years, TAG has developed a full line of specialized variants of the RDV. The RDV line includes configurations for Command, Crime Scene, Equipment, Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Rescue, Communication and Hostage Negotiator. There are also hybrid versions, and TAG always works with each client to customize the RDV to their exact needs.

The Armored Group LLC has been building the best in armored vehicles since 1992.  TAG offers a wide range of armored vehicles not just for law enforcement but also for commercial, private and government clients worldwide. We strive to deliver quality products and responsive customer service like no other vehicle armoring company can.  To discuss your organization’s armored vehicle needs, call us at 1-602-840-2271.

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