BMWpedia.org » bmw X5 security armored vehicle http://www.bmwpedia.org BMW News, Reviews, Picture, Videos and BMW Dealers Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:09:50 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 It’s High Security with a BMW 7 Series Armored Car http://www.bmwpedia.org/its-high-security-with-a-bmw-7-series-armored-car http://www.bmwpedia.org/its-high-security-with-a-bmw-7-series-armored-car#comments Thu, 13 Aug 2009 21:04:34 +0000 admin http://www.bmwpedia.org/?p=269 We’ve already written about the BMW X5 Security crossover – well now Germany’s auto maker is bringing about the next phase in high-class safety: The 2010 BMW 7-Series High Security Luxury Sedan. Hailed as the “Ultimate Security Machine” BMW hopes their 7-Series Armored Car will give comfort and ease in the transport of dignitaries, presidents and James Bond Villains. This vehicle is actually two: a BMW 760Li High Security and the BMW 750Li High Security. So, look at it this way – not only is it without a doubt the safest car on any road, you’re getting two for the price of one!

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BMW’s 7-Series Security Car has more buttons in the dash then KITT from Knight Rider. An intercom system with concealed microphones and speakers, “assault” alarm and fire-extinguishing system for cooling fires in the engine compartment, as well as below the vehicle. Gas (as in tear gas) sensors automatically close all windows, activate the central locking system, shut the fresh air valves and shut off ventilation systems, while internal fresh-air supply system pump breathable air. BMW offers up a center console gun case with compartments for two machine guns…NICE!

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Outside, both driver and passengers are protected by bullet-resistant glass and special steel armor mounted in the doors, roof, pillars, front footwell and separation wall between passenger & trunk. And yes, the undercarriage is armored with special plating, “developed with a particular focus on maximum explosion protection.” But no, we have no clue how much the car weighs.

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(Via: Wired)

]]> http://www.bmwpedia.org/its-high-security-with-a-bmw-7-series-armored-car/feed 0 BMW X5 Security Plus Armored SUV http://www.bmwpedia.org/bmw-x5-security-plus-armored-suv http://www.bmwpedia.org/bmw-x5-security-plus-armored-suv#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:25:49 +0000 admin http://www.bmwpedia.org/?p=168 As if being pulled over isn’t embarrassing enough, being pulled over by the new BMW Armored Security Vehicle may be even worse. The all new BMW X5 Armored SUV provides protection from AK-47 gunfire thanks to its “high-performance steel moldings and panels” – and can travel at a distance of 93 miles at speeds of up to 50 mph with deflated tires.

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The crossover also features an intercom that allows occupants to remain safely in the vehicle while talking to individuals located outside. If a fast getaway is required, the driver can activate the audible and visual alarm system which warns fellow motorists to get out of the way.

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Power is provided by BMW’s 4.8-liter V8 engine which produces 355 hp and 475 Nm of torque. The X5′s performance is seriously hampered by the additional weight of the armoring process as 0-100 km/h takes 8.2 seconds and the top speed is limited to 112 mph.

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