FAQ : Armoring

• What are the different armoring levels?

Mainly the armoring levels are the following :

• B5 level
• B6 level (EN 1063) and Stanag 4569 level 1 (NATO)
• Stanag 4569 Level 2 (NATO)
• B7 Level (EB 1063)

• Why do you communicate on “armoring 90°” ?

Because official testing are performed with ammunitions shot at 90°. Some of armoring company argue they provide like level 7 armoring with ammunitions shot at 30° or 60 °. It is dramatically not the same. How can you choose the angle your enemy will shoot you? What happens if you’re shot at 90° during an ambush with an armor piercing 7,62 x 51 ammunition if your so-called B7 level protection levels only stops ammunitions at 60°?

• What kind of ammunition exists in Middle-East?

In Middle-East, we can face a lot of AK47 (Kalashnikov) 7,62 x 39 ammunition. But there is also the Armor Piercing version (AP) of this ammunition, names AK47 7,62 x 39 API BZ which go through all the existing B5/B6 levels.

• Does the AK47 BZ ammunition exists in other geographical places?

Yes, absolutely. Ammunition and weapons traffic have no boundaries. More and more BZ ammunitions will be used in South America, United States, Europe and Asia.

• What are the main upgrade on Defense Control’ armored vehicles?

Mainly :

• The Cab is completely armored: inside complete firewall – Custom made and reinforced door hinges – Tail gate and barn doors– roof – windows
• Suspensions are fully upgrade
• Anti mine blanket
• Reinforced brake system
• Protection of all sensitive engine parts
• Run flat tires and heavy duty wheels are installed

• Why do you produce B7 and Stanag Level 2 armored vehicles?

Because our clients are working in highly dangerous environment. They need vehicles able to protect them against AP ammunitions.

• What is the reason of the Defense Control Armoring Dev’lab ?

Our Dev’Lab is dedicated to investigate worldwide to identify future threats and problematic. Our people goal is to anticipate our clients needs. This is the only way to progress and to permit our client to succeed in hostile environments.

• Why do you use composite material to armor your vehicles?

Composite is much more lighter than steel. This technical solution allow to produce low profile top armored vehicles. Our technology advance in terms of integration allow us to obtain very lightweight for very high armoring level.

• Do you produce your own glass?

No. The glass is a main concern. The glass must be produce by specialized companies able to produce excellent high level armored glass with absolutely no distortion.

• Do you provide any warranty on your products?

We provide a 2 year warranty. But our After sales department stay ready to support our client needs when necessary.

• Is that true you’re the only company to produce Stanag 4569 level 2 and B7 vehicles in the world?

Yes.