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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The BATT-X can carry 10 officers, depending on the size of the operators and amount of gear. It was designed to comfortably accommodate law enforcement agencies and tactical teams while offering the highest level of security features such as the B7/NIJ IV+ .50 Cal Ball Ammo Protection or B7/NIJ III Armor Levels.

These particular vehicles were customized with partial V-bottom hulls for increased blast, which is unique on the F550. In addition, individual blast seats were installed.

Other features include:

• Blast mitigating floor
• Internal armored firewall
• Rifle-rated roof protection
• Fully armored hood clip
• TAG Exclusive Flip Forward Front Clip System
• Best-in-class climate control system
• Dual heating and air conditioning systems in front and back
• Over-sized rear deployment bumper with steps
• Front door lockout ability at 90° and 45°
• Rear door lockout ability at 90° at full open
• Heavy Duty Over-sized Running Boards
• Optic-ready gun ports
• Four-wheel drive off-road capabilities
• Enclosed under-seat storage in rear compartment with back board slat cut outs
• 360° Rotating Turret with over-sized flush-mounted sniper step.
• Roof Hatches
• EmergencyLights and Siren System

“We are happy to enter the South Asian market and help our allies in Bangladesh. Both of our countries have shared values in the matters of regional and global security and counter terrorism. In fact, they were a key participant in Obama’s international development initiatives including food security, healthcare and environmental concerns,” said Robert Pazderka, President and founder of The Armored Group. “This new alliance with Bangladesh has opened the doors for TAG to provide the highest level of protection to our allies in South Asia and keep those fighting for positive changes as safe as possible.

The comprehensive TAG training program included the following Technical, Mechanical and Driving training programs:

Technical training:

• Training on all the accessories and their functions:
  • Gunport operation 
  • Door operation (various angles, lockout function)
  • front winch operations
  • STIS compressor operations
  • Turret functionality and movability
  • Police lights, strobe lights, infrared lights operations
  • OEM (original equipment manufacturer) operations of the vehicle

Mechanical Training 

• Training of how to maintain the vehicle and how to do preventative maintenance
• Daily inspections to be conducted before vehicle can be deployed
• Service Maintenance (Oil change, Oil filter change, Transmission fluid change, Steering fluid change, Battery monitoring and signals to look for when to replace the battery, fuel filter replacement, AC filter replacement, Air filter replacement)
• General Maintenance (Lubrication of all joints, Hinges, bearings)
• Scheduled maintenance timings (When the vehicle should have a service and when the parts needs to be checked or replaced)

Driving Training

• Each trainee had to learn how to drive the BATT X
  • Operating various functions while driving
  • Emergency brake testing
  • Various maneuvering techniques  
  • General driving safety principals

About the Armored Group, LLC:
The Armored Group, LLC has more than 25 years of experience in engineering, designing and manufacturing armored and specialty vehicles for use by governments, military agencies, law enforcement agencies, commercial banks, private businesses and individual citizens around the world.  TAG offers a full-line of military and commercial armored and unarmored vehicles, including the Ballistic Armored Tactical Transport (BATT) APC vehicles, Personal Passenger Protection Vehicles (PPPV) and cash-in-transit vehicles (CIT). TAG provides the highest quality armored vehicles available in the industry and sets the standard for customization, reliability and protection while delivering the best possible value for its customers.   The company’s administrative headquarters is based in Phoenix, Arizona. With production and manufacturing facilities in Dearborn Height’s Michigan, Toronto, Ontario Canada, Stadthagen Germany, Ras Al Khaimah UAE and Mumbai India.     

For more information, please visit these company websites: www.armoredcars.com and www.swat-vehicles.com or call 1 888-997-5607 or 602 840 2271.

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Most armored vehicle manufacturers conduct blast tests at a farther range, typically 4 meters, which lessens the direct impact to the vehicle. The successful results of this recent test at such close range makes it a highly-desirable vehicle for those looking for the highest degree of protection for law enforcement, SWAT, military, government agencies and others that require added safety.  The TAG Research and Development Team created this new armored build design to raise the bar on vehicular safety for anyone in the line of heavy artillery fire and blast threats.

“Our team is constantly striving to find new and better solutions to keep first responders, military personnel and others safe from harm. The certification of the 15KG TNT blast test at just 2 meters on both, the driver and passenger side of the vehicle, achieves this goal. Because this same armor can be used on other vehicles, it enhances the versatility of our products and vehicles, offering the highest level of personal protection,” said Robert Pazderka, President and Founder of TAG.

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The Armored Group Ballistic Armored Technical Transport (BATT-APX) is a fully modular armored rescue vehicle that can be built on a variety of chassis, allowing ease of use and reduced maintenance costs. Designed and engineered in Detroit, the BATT-APX features proven and independently verified .50 caliber armor protection and offers capabilities including adjustable hydraulic ram, gas injection devices, thermal cameras, winches, and turret protection. This new modular platform can also be adjusted for EOD, Medevac, and Border Patrol teams to help save law enforcement officers' lives.

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The standard Terrier LT-79 will hold up to eight officers (2+6 in individual MIL-STD seats) or alternatively, seating for 10 (2+8) with optional bench seating, depending on the size of operators and amount of gear. The vehicle is agile and extremely versatile and is designed to protect individuals in dangerous operational environments. The vehicle is bound to become a vital means of transportation for SWAT teams, law enforcement and military personnel that need a highly armored vehicle while staying economical and budget friendly.

Terrier LT-79 Features:
The Terrier LT-79 model includes, but are not limited to the following features:

• Full Protection against Kinetic Energy Weapons conforming to STANAG 4569 Level 1
• Heavy Duty Suspension & Axles
• Upgraded Tires & Brakes for better off-road capability
• Category-Leading Ground Clearance
• UK Military Grade Locks & Heavy Duty Hinges
• Conveniently Placed High Visibility Gun Ports
• 3 Doors with Optional Roof Turret
• Crew Cab or 5 Door Option
• Hatch (2 Cabin, 1 Rear)
• 5100kg Curb Weight (Standard Protection); 1000kg Payload; 6100kg Combat Weight
• Modern LED Headlights & Standard Military Convoy Lights
• 5-Speed Manual Transmission
• Diesel 195 HP High Sulfur 1VD-FTV Toyota 4.5L V8
• NATO Standard Slave Starting System
• TAG Exclusive Flip Forward Armored Front Clip System
• Hydraulically Assisted Recirculating Ball Steering
• Rear HVAC System
Optional Equipment Includes:
• Public address system, acoustic deterring system and intercom
• Alternator upgrade
• Auxiliary service battery with smart isolator switch and battery monitor
• Blast attenuating seats
• Interior weapon mounts
• VHF/UHF communication system; MF/HF communications system
• GPS
• DVR
• GSM-based live video monitoring system
• Tracking system (depends on deployment region)
• Smoke grenade launchers
• Multiple launch systems for smoke grenades
• Roof turret with a ring bearing and split hatch
• Remote controlled weapon station
• Gunshot detection system
• Remote controlled searchlights
• Forward-looking thermal camera
• Reverse day/night camera
• Perimeter day/night cameras
• Outboard telescopic mast
• IR driving and convoy lights
• Overpressure air filtration system
• Semi-automatic tire inflation system
• Ballistic protection upgrade to STANAG 4569 Level 2
• Fire suppression systems
• Power inverters
• Winch
• Ballistic skip round shields
• Emergency lighting systems
• Cupola turret/hatch protection system
• Interior compartment additional cooling fans
• Computer workstations
• Intercom systems
• LRAD audio systems
• Rescue medic/trauma pack with backboard/litter

Terrier LT-79:
The Terrier LT-79 is built using a reinforced and militarized Toyota VDJ79 truck chassis, and COTS components. The vehicle can be built to B6 or NIJ-III protection standards and is powered by a 195 HP high sulfur 1VD-FTV Toyota 4.5L V8 diesel and readily available in LHD and RHD configurations. Using upgraded axles, clutch and a reinforced frame as well as large super single wheels, the vehicle combines excellent mobility and high payload in all operating environments.

“The Terrier LT-79 is a modern era hybrid that combines the requirements needed for combat and fire support situations as well as mission-specific roles such as transport and logistics. The new Terrier LT-79 was designed on the Toyota chassis because parts are widely available enhancing serviceability in many parts of the world. It is also an affordable option to end users that need superior protection and fleet longevity while staying within their budget parameters,” said Robert Pazderka, President and Founder of TAG.

For more information, please visit www.armoredcars.com

Media inquiries or to request additional information, contact Mary Garrett at 602-432-2010.

About The Armored Group:
The Armored Group (TAG) has over 25 years of experience engineering, designing and manufacturing armored and non-armored vehicles for use by government military agencies, law enforcement, private businesses, and individual citizens needing a high level of personal protection around the world. TAG engineers, designs, manufactures and modifies vehicles for any terrain and any environment.

TAG provides the highest quality armored vehicles available and sets the standard for customization, reliability, and protection. To ensure that all TAG vehicles meet the highest standards of safety, they undergo extreme ballistics testing and have received VPAM-BVR 2009/VR7 and VR9 Ballistic and /ERV 2010 Blast Certification with up to 18,5Kg TNT for their Toyota Land Cruiser and Toyota Hilux, Toyota 70 Series, Nissan Patrol and Lexus LS460 armoring solutions.

All TAG facilities are ISO 9001 certified and managed by fully qualified and experienced professionals who serve customers around the world.

TAG is a full-line manufacturer of armored and specialty vehicles and has provided customized engineering, design and manufacturing solutions to the highest-level clients in the world. Some of them include the U.S. Navy – SPAWAR, DOS, DOD, USSOCCENT, USSOCOM, U.S. Army and Air Force, United Nations, NGOs, KBR, Lockheed Martin, DynCorp, Loomis, Brinks and many foreign governments and agencies.

For more information, please visit these company websites: https://www.armoredcars.com and http://www.swat-vehicles.com or call 1 888-997-5607 or 602 840 2271.

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This year’s campaign begins on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the SWAT Team’s BATT armored vehicle parked at the Walmart lot located at 1600 Westgate Dr. From 2 to 4 p.m., the BATT will be located in the Lowe’s lot, located at 1389 S. Lower Sacramento Road.

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Elgin, Illinois, residents get up-close look The Armored Group BATT

"The overtime killers" is what the Elgin Police Department's SWAT team has dubbed its most effective pieces of equipment — the Ballistic Armored Tactical Transport and accompanying robot cameras.

When the ballistic truck — BATT — rolls up to a hostage situation, standoff, or warrant arrest, less-than-cooperative suspects often give up immediately, said Elgin Police Sgt. Jim Lalley.

Four residents got to see BATT and the robot up close this week as part of "SWAT for a Day," an event offered to local nonprofits looking for auction items in fundraising drives.

At the Community Crisis Center's annual gala last spring, the package was the subject of a bidding war between Scott Budd and Glenn Murphy. When Budd won the bid — a present for his son Justin's birthday — he invited Murphy and Mark Seigle to come along.

SWAT for a Day groups watch for an hour of the all-day training. Participants wear ear protection because officers were using live fire while practicing sweeping hallways, classrooms and offices for "active shooters."

The officers aim at steel-backed shooting targets placed throughout the building while practicing throwing flash-bangs into rooms and looking for both suspects and civilians.

The training regimen and the department's equipment were chosen by Chief Jeff Swoboda and the city council following an armed standoff in February 2007, Lalley said. A man holed up in a Chicago Street house kept officers at bay for nearly 28 hours before shooting himself.

The city purchased BATT in 2011. Its radio-controlled unit has cameras that can both climb or descend stairs and allow officers to talk to a suspect remotely, he said.

In other training, Elgin SWAT was taught how to use small explosives to break down doors without injuring those inside a room by the Las Vegas Metro Police's SWAT team and by the federal Department of Homeland Security. Elgin is one of the few departments in the state trained for "explosive breaching," Lalley said.

The four men watching training in SWAT for a Day asked questions about the types of guns and equipment officers carry when called out for emergencies. Lalley also explained that their first concern is for the lives of any hostages and civilians. Concern for officers comes next, followed by the suspects.

Training allows officers to make calm, rational decisions in any high-stress situations they may face, Lalley said.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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