DSEi 2011: Force Protection uses Formula-1 technologies

Force Protection Europe has presented the new Ocelot Light Protected Patrol Vehicle at the DSEi 2011, which will be entering service with UK MOD in 2012 under the name Foxhound. In the protected patrol variant crew and passengers sit inside a protective pod made of advanced composite materials incorporating Formula 1 racing technology; while beneath them critical components such as the engine, fuel tank and transmission are contained in a V-shaped armoured spine that deflects a blast away from the vehicle.