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KNIGHT XV
The innovative and incomparable KNIGHT XV takes approximately 1,500 hours to hand build with precision craftsmanship and attention to detail that one can expect from a vehicle of this caliber.
Luxury appointed fully armoured KNIGHT XV vehicle starts at MSRP US $359,000Vehicle Specifications
Length 240" (6096 mm)
Width 92" (2337 mm)
Ground clearance 14" (355 mm)
Height 100" (2540 mm)
The vehicle is built on a super duty specially modified Ford chassis platform (making parts and service easily accessible globally).
Engine: Ford, V10, 6.8-litre gas engine with E-85 Ethanol Conversion system added, (referring to as Flex Fuel engine) Flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) are designed to run on gasoline or a blend of up to 85% ethanol (E85). Diesel engine also available as an option.
Horsepower: 400 HP and 500 ft lbs. torque (approximately)
4 X 4: Electronic, push button 4WD
Transmission: 5- speed Torqshift automatic transmission
Brakes: Four-wheel disc anti-lock traction control
Wheelbase: 141" (3576 mm)
GVWR: 17,950lbs (8,159.09 kg)
Armored Curb Weight: The finished vehicle weight is approximately 12,000 lbs. (5,454.55 kg)
Fuel tank: 40 gallons (US) (151Litres)
Air conditioning: Factory Air conditioning in-cabin
Fires: Four LT40X13.50R20 Mickey Thompson Baja Radial ATZ with ballistic run flats
Vehicle armor: The KNIGHT XV's armouring level varies based each client's specific requirements
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