The Georgian Defense Forces (GDF) recently took delivery of 46 BMC Vuran multipurpose armored vehicles as reported by Georgian media on June 12, 2024. The event, held at an infantry brigade near Tbilisi in Vaziani, marked the fulfillment of a defense agreement between Georgia and Turkey established in 2022.
The BMC Vuran is a mine-resistant ambush protected (MRAP) vehicle renowned for its high level of protection against mines and ambush threats. The specific models delivered to Georgia are equipped with a light remote-controlled weapon station developed by the Israeli defense company RAFAEL, featuring a 40mm automatic grenade launcher that boosts their operational capabilities.
The Vuran 4×4, produced by BMC within the Tactical Wheeled Armored Vehicle group, is a multipurpose armored vehicle first introduced in the mid-2010s. Primarily serving in the Turkish armed forces, the Vuran has also been offered to various international clients, although exact numbers in service are not typically disclosed. Known for its robust design and versatility in different military and security roles, the Vuran 4×4 can carry up to 9 persons and offers a high level of protection and mobility.
It features a monocoque-type armored cabin with blast-deflecting windows, shock-absorbing seats, front and rear cameras, an automatic fire extinguishing system, Run-Flat tires with central tire inflation, and an optional remote-controlled automatic weapon station. Advanced subsystems include ASELSAN SARP Dual remote-controlled weapon stations, CBRN protection, jammers, smoke mortars, comprehensive fire extinguishing systems, and additional tactical enhancements such as hydraulic winches and cable cutting arms, further enhancing its operational effectiveness in various scenarios.