From the beginning, the Bv206 was designed to be versatile and has proven so in military service. With generous power driving on all four of the wide tracks, yet exerting a ground pressure less than half of a man’s foot, the Bv206 easily negotiates obstacles like soft snow and drifting sand. It skims over marshland, climbs considerable gradients, swims without preparation and works equally well in arctic cold or tropical heat.
Technical Data
Engine Ford V6 Petrol 2.8 Litre
Model 2658E developing 136bhp @ 5200rpm
Transmission Mercedes WGA – 040 Full Automatic 4 forward – 1 reverse
Braking system Transmission brake
Steering Centre point hydraulic articulation
Tracks Rubber tracks with steel mesh
Electrical system 24 Volt
Dimensions
Length 6.20 metres
Height 2.10metres
Width 1.85metres
G.V.W 6,200 Kg
Performance
Max Speed 55Km/h (Road) 4KM/h (On Water)
Range 330 Kms (Without optional reserves)
Operating Temps +46 ºC (Max) -40ºC (Min)
Gradeability 60% (Hard Surface) 30% (Snow)
The load capacity is 2250 kg. A trailer of 2500 kg gross weight can also be towed.
The front and rear units are connected by a unique hydraulic steering linkage, which gives great flexibility in all axles and extremely good manoeuvrability. The vehicle can even be air-dropped and transported by a variety of aircraft and helicopters. The simplicity and stability in vehicle handling means driver training is minimised.
The Hagglund Bv206 Personnel Carrier can carry 5 persons plus a driver in the front pod and up to 11 people, equipment or stretchers in the rear pod. A rear intercom gives added passenger safety, with adult supervision on the rear pod at all times when carrying children. Passengers are reminded of safety procedures when carrying gaming units whilst riding in the vehicle.
Our BV at Battlefield Sports NW has seen action in the Falkland Islands, and was brought back to the UK as a non-runner by the MoD. It was purchased after a refurb in 2005.
Watch the hagglund in action on Youtube…
