Wolf Armoured Vehicle

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|name= Wolf armoured vehicle

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|origin= Israel

|type= Armoured vehicle

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|service= 2006[http://spiritofentebbe.de/2006/03/14/the-wolfs-debut-on-tv/ The Wolf’s Debut on TV « Spirit of Entebbe]–current

|used_by= Israel Defense Forces

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|designer= Hatehof

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|manufacturer= Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Carmor Integrated Vehicle Solutions

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|number= 150

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|weight= 8 tonnes

|length= 5.75 meters

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|width= 2.38 meters

|height= 2.35 meters

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|crew=12 personnel

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|engine= 6-litre V8 turbo-diesel 325 BHP

|engine_power= Diesel

|transmission= Five speed automatic

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The Wolf Armoured Vehicle ({{langx|he|זאב}}) is an armoured personnel carrier, used mainly by the Israeli Defence Force. It was created to provide a better handling and better protected armoured vehicle than the M113 (Bardelas). The Wolf is a heavily armoured crew carrier, manufactured by the company Carmor. It combines a commercial truck's speed and maneuverability and APC-like armour, qualities necessary for low-intensity confrontation. The Wolf's chassis is based on a Ford F-550 truck, and is equipped with a 6-litre V8 engine capable of reaching 325 horsepower.{{Cite web|url=https://www.militaryfactory.com/armor/detail.asp?armor_id=705|title=Hatehof Wolf Multi-Mission 4x4 Light Armored Vehicle – Israel|website=www.militaryfactory.com|language=en-US|access-date=2020-02-27}} The engine is combined with a 5-speed automatic transmission, which drives all four wheels, making this a four-by-four.{{cite web|url=http://www.hatehof.co.il/armored/crew_carrier.htm|title=Hatehof Specifications|publisher=Hatehof|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070516080558/http://www.hatehof.co.il/armored/crew_carrier.htm|archive-date=2007-05-16|access-date=1 November 2007}}

Creation

=Concept and purchase=

The idea for the Wolf was born from the need of transporting soldiers safely during missions in an urban environment, and in peacekeeping missions. Recently{{when|date=July 2014}} the Israeli Ministry of Defense ordered 150 Wolf Armoured Vehicles from Rafael Advanced Defense Systems

{{cite web|url=http://www.rafael.co.il/marketing/area.aspx?FolderID=185&docID=986|title=Product name: WOLF|date=2010|website=rafael.co.il|publisher=Rafael Advanced Defense Systems|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110807215317/http://www.rafael.co.il/Marketing/185-986-en/Marketing.aspx|archive-date=7 August 2011|access-date=1 November 2007}} and an order for Carmor, for some to be used in urban combat. This is currently in production as of 2019. The vehicle's first reported use was by the Israel Defense Forces in Operation Bringing Home the Goods{{Cite web|url=https://www.jpost.com/Israel/Saadat-Zeevi-assassins-surrender-to-IDF-forces|title=Sa'adat, Ze'evi assassins surrender to IDF forces|last=Katz|first=Yaakov|date=14 March 2006|website=JPost.com|publisher=The Jerusalem Post|access-date=2020-02-27}} on 14 March 2006.

=Build=

The Wolf consists of a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) Ford F-550 chassis modified by Manning Equipment, an OEM up-fitter located in Louisville, KY so it can be easily maintained anywhere. It is equipped with a diesel, 6 litre 325 HP engine and automatic 5 speed transmission. It can weigh up to 8 tonnes. The automotive systems require no changes when the armor is applied. The armor protects crew compartment, automotive elements and wheels. The armor envelope is built independently from the chassis, so it is possible to use the same armor envelope on another chassis (of the same model) when the chassis goes out for service. The hull roof can accept a Remote Weapon Station (RWS) which allows the occupants to engage enemies without exposure.{{Cite web|url=https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/rsa/wolf.htm|title=Wolf|website=www.globalsecurity.org|access-date=2020-02-27}}

The Wolf is a multiroled truck. Its main purpose is for infantry transport, however, some vehicles may be transformed specifically as an ambulance.{{citation needed|date=July 2024}}

=Design=

The vehicle is completely protected, including the wheels, which have run flat tires. The armour is {{convert|3|LT|kg|0|lk=on}}, and is not critical to the Wolf's overall weight, since its maximum load is {{convert|8|LT|kg|0|lk=on}}. All of the doors of the vehicle are bulletproof, including the engine and gearbox compartments. There are six doors—four on the sides and two at the rear—that enable troops to get in and out easily and quickly with all of their equipment. The vehicle interior is equipped with a double air conditioning system, seats and brackets for items that a soldier might need. Since no major changes have been done to the F-550 chassis, except the addition of armor, the vehicle does not have any problems with engine overheating or handling. The Wolf weighs approximately {{convert|8|LT|kg|0|lk=on}}, and can carry a crew of up to 12 personnel, with an additional 2 stretch beds, if necessary. The doors are designed for a quick getaway. Most of the original parts were kept, with the only notable changes being the rear axle and tires.{{citation needed|date=July 2024}}

Operators

=Current operators=

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{{flag|Brazil}} – Military Police of São Paulo State.{{cite web |url=http://www.tecnodefesa.com.br/materia.php?materia=1664 |title=Os novos Blindados Policiais do Brasil |access-date=2014-07-29 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140811122114/http://www.tecnodefesa.com.br/materia.php?materia=1664 |archive-date=2014-08-11 }}
{{flag|Georgia}} – at least 28"On the 20th anniversary of its independence, Georgia staged the largest military parade since the August war 2008. On May 26 tanks, weapons and soldiers marched in review in front of the Parliament to mark two decades of independent Georgia. The Ministry of Defence showcased state-of-the-art equipment. Opened by “boxes” of soldiers, the parade featured eight “Didgori” type armored cars (of both modifications), a Turkish armored car “Edger”, thirteen U.S. armored Hammer cars and thirteen Israeli armored “Wolf” and nine Ukrainian cargo trucks with soldiers. The Israeli “Wolf” first appeared in May 2009 at Mukhvrovani"
Irakli Aladashvili. [http://www.georgiatoday.ge/article_details.php?id=9102 The independence parade – a showcase of military technology] // "Georgia Today", № 563 (27 May – 2 June 2011) operated by both military and police units.{{citation needed|date=October 2020}}
{{flag|Ethiopia}} – Ethiopian National Defense Force 5 bought, 70 more to be made under local production.
{{flag|Israel}} – Israeli Defense Forces.
{{flag|North Macedonia}} – used by law enforcement agencies.{{citation needed|date=October 2020}}
{{flag|Romania}} – used by the Military Police units of the Romanian Land Forces.
{{flag|Peru}} – 13 Military Police