RCMP receives MXT APC units from Navistar Defence

Navistar Defence has successfully delivered International MXT Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

The delivery follows the previously awarded $14m contract by the Canadian Government for the supply of customised MXT APCs, which will be used by the RCMP officers to enhance rescue capabilities and provide increased protection for the public during high-risk situations.

Navistar Defence Canada president Dan Webster said, "Navistar proudly supports allied military forces overseas and now we are taking steps to help security forces serve and protect here at home."

Designed with a rugged, light frame rail system, the Navistar Defence-built MXT provides 4×4 performance and MRAP-like protection from ballistics fire, mines and roadside bombs while ensuring safety.

The highly manoeuvrable vehicle, MXT APC features survivability and payload capability and can accommodate up to ten passengers.

The vehicle body has been designed to support a variety of missions needed for government and military, Homeland Security, Border Patrol, and SWAT.

Currently operational with the British Army in Afghanistan, the MXT platform has undergone trials to validate its exceptional survivability and off road performance in theatre under all environmental conditions.

Vehicles were produced in West Point, Mississippi,US, which is home to the MXT assembly line.