INKAS Armored Vehicles with a capability to withstand grenade attacks and 7.62 mm caliber bullet fire has been launched into the Nigerian market, courtesy of Coscharis Motors, the nation’s exclusive franchise dealer for the brand.
Made by INEOS Automotive, a British manufacturer, the Grenadier 4×4 model commenced production at the end of 2022. The brand is not only visible on the global roads, Coscharis Motors, from 2024, commenced its sales in Nigeria and has sold some units already.
As contained in a media statement released by Coscharis Motors on Wednesday, INEOS Automotive, in August 2024, released a model with a more modern and advanced safety features.
“Designed to offer both maximum protection and robust performance in various environments,” it explained, “this new armored Grenadier is available on order in Nigeria through the exclusive franchise owner, Coscharis Motors.
“Equipped with several layers of ballistic glass and a complete 360° perimeter protection system, the newly modified Grenadier also includes specific armor for the battery, the engine control module (ECM), and the fuel tank.”
The latest armored Grenadier retains the technical characteristics of the standard model, presently sold by Coscharis Motors; including its robust chassis, protective plates, and off-road adapted suspension.
However, it is now possible to add additional armoring options, such as engine compartment armoring, an engine fire suppression system, protection for the exhaust and radiator, and an emergency exit roof hatch.
Safety features include LED strobe lights, a siren and public address (PA) system, and a night vision camera. These additional elements aim to increase the safety of occupants against potential threats.
INKAS Armored Vehicles emphasizes that these modifications do not compromise the off-road and on-road performance of the vehicle, which maintains its cross-country capabilities and all-wheel drive.
According to Cletus Aregbeshola, Coscharis Motors Marketing Manager for INEOS Grenadier, the Standard Grenadier comes with a 5 Year warranty and 12 Year vehicle anti-perforation package.
“A core British brand,” he stated, “the all new INEOS Grenadier is marketed in Nigeria with dealerships across the country, including Abuja, Lagos and Port Harcourt.
“These dealerships are equipped with extensive showrooms, parts stores and aftersales facilities managed by well trained professionals and expert technicians.”
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