Hummers Dad...

[b.walker5]

for the security concious... or possibly the paranoid...

[DiverRay]

and a 7.62 NATO can break the rims in about three seconds! REAL protective vehicles do NOT have "tart" rims....

[b.walker5]

The blurb that came with it....

The KNIGHT-XV is an armoured vehicle and not a vehicle that has been armored. This means that unlike most vehicles that are armoured after-market, the KNIGHT XV is manufactured using military-grade armouring materials.
With its distinct size, extraordinary security features and ultra-luxurious interior appointments, the KNIGHT XV provides one of the most unique vehicle ownership experiences in today's SUV marketplace.
The innovative and incomparable KNIGHT XV takes approximately 1,500 hours to hand build with precision craftsmanship and attention to detail that one can expect from a vehicle of this caliber.

Length
240"
(6096 mm)

Width
92"
(2337 mm)

Ground clearance
14"
(355 mm)

Height
100"
(2540 mm)



The vehicle is built on a super duty specially modified Ford chassis platform (making parts and service easily accessible globally).
Engine: Ford, V10, 6.8-litre gas engine with E-85 Ethanol Conversion system added, (referring to as Flex Fuel engine) Flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) are designed to run on gasoline or a blend of up to 85% ethanol (E85). Diesel engine also available as an option.
Horsepower: 400 HP and 500 ft lbs. torque (approximately)
4 X 4: Electronic, push button 4WD
Transmission: 5- speed Torqshift automatic transmission
Brakes: Four-wheel disc anti-lock traction control

Wheelbase:
141"
(3576 mm)

GVWR:
17,950lbs
(8,159.09 kg)



Armored Curb Weight: The finished vehicle weight is approximately 12,000 lbs. (5,454.55 kg)
Fuel tank: 40 gallons (US) (151Litres)
Air conditioning: Factory Air conditioning in-cabin
Tires: Four LT40X13.50R20 Mickey Thompson Baja Radial ATZ with ballistic run flats
Vehicle armor: The KNIGHT XV’s armouring level varies based each client’s specific requirements

The following is a list of standard features on a basic luxury version of the KNIGHT XV vehicle:
Interior Appointments

Leather 6 way electric conference and cabin seating, total 6 passengers, in hand crafted Andrew Muirhead leather
Wilton Wool luxury carpeting
Spacious extended interior
Alpine AM, FM, CD, DVD, Navigation and Bluetooth equipment
Front power windows
Ultra Suede interior finish throughout
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Interior lighting, map/courtesy and ambient
Dual screen rear console (remote controlled inputs)
Personal rear seat side mounted laptop stations
Exterior Appointments

Stainless steel running boards (side and rear mounted)
Knight XV 20" polished rims, forged from 6061 aluminum
Mickey Thompson 40" Baja tires
Fascia mounted PIAA dual mode fog and driving lamps
Heated, telescoping side view mirrors
Security Appointments

FLIR night vision cameras*** mounted front and rear, on individual screens
Roof mounted rear view camera
Keyless entry system
Transparent, tinted, armour glass throughout
Tandem tinted moon roof panels (transparent armour) with privacy shades
ASC Ballistic run flat system on all tires
Securilok** passive anti theft key system
** Torqshift and Securilok are registered trademarks of Ford Motor Co.
*** The PathfindIR Thermal imaging Camera offers dramatically better performance compared to traditional Night Vision Cameras.The FLIR Systems PathFindIR is a compact thermal imaging camera that significantly reduces the hazards of night time driving. This Automotive Night Vision Systems enable drivers to see much further, with improved clarity, than with standard headlights. Drivers can detect and monitor pedestrians, animals, or objects on or near the road, allowing more time to react to any potential danger. PathFindIR Thermal imager helps to detect and recognize potential hazards in total darkness, smoke, rain and snow.
FLIR PathFindIR is standard equipment on all Knight XV vehicles sold in North America

The KIGHT XV is built using ballistic hardened steel, making it fully armoured including ballistic fiberglass fenders, bumper and up to 64 mm. (2 and a 1/2 inches) transparent armour (glass).
Ballistic Run-flat tire system -
Tires and Rims: 40" tires with specialized custom designed and engineered 20" rims that utilize forged 6061 aluminum - the same used on commercial aircraft landing gear. The outer flange was reinforced to exceed to four times the normal impact testing required for standard wheels. Coupled with its ballistic run flat tire system it creates the pinnacle of safety in tire and wheel system exceeding anything on the market today.
Interior Appointments

Optional seating (from boardroom seating to first class aircraft sleeper)
Driver partition (with two way intercom) may be ordered with or without hydraulic window drive
Electrostatic window opaqueing (tinting) system, sides and rear
Rear passenger power windows
Heated seats
Large flat screen TV
Entertainment - media system upgrades
Window privacy screens
Curtains for rear-door windows, electric
Curtains for rear-window
Black Box
Satellite TV
Refreshment bar
Cooler box
Cigar Humidor
Security safe
A/C inverter
Fire extinguisher
Right-hand-drive version
Exterior Appointments

Siren, two way P/A with intercom system
Hidden front VIP strobes (red, blue, clear)
Towing package
Expedition heavy duty roof rack with folding ladder
Outside spare, mounted on rear door
Windshield visor
Battery: Original replaced with an Optima® battery
Auxiliary fuel tank
Turbo Charger
Remote starter
Security Appointments

Surveillance cameras
External Listening Device
Under vehicle magnetic attachment detector
GPS Transmitter
Bolt lock door system
Search spot light (roof mounted)
Oxygen survival kit for inside front and rear compartment
External smoke security system, sides and rear (available where permitted)
Exhaust System wire mesh tailpipe protection

http://www.autoblog.com/2008/11/06/s...-undergound-l/

[latexeses]

Fuel tank: 40 gallons (US) (151Litres)

Looks like it should have the same range as an XS.....

[DGXSER]

Only if you mean the Special 3 gallon tank!!

[latexeses]

Oh, yea. I forgot to mention that.