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Armored Rescue Vehicles
In the past decade, a new wave of commercial ARVs specifically built for law enforcement has hit the market. Few agencies could afford these big-ticket items prior to then, so initially the expense made it slow-going for the police armored vehicle industry. Then 9/11 changed law enforcement's attitude, and the formation of the Department of Homeland Security and its grant programs led to unprecedented funding for local law enforcement equipment, including ARVs. Responding to this increased demand, ARV manufacturers are developing the next generation of ARVs to meet the needs of contemporary tactical officer.
July 17, 2009
SWAT
Armored Rescue Vehicles: 3 Effective Deployments
ARVs are one of the many specialized "tools" in the SWAT toolbox. As such, they're usually employed only for high-risk situations and community relations initiatives. The end result is that ARVs are employed very selectively and infrequently.
September 7, 2011
Vehicles
Armored Rescue Vehicles: Mobile Force Multipliers
Armored vehicles are a mobile force multiplier for law enforcement, and in this extremely violent era, they are essential equipment.
August 5, 2013
Blogs
Vehicles
February 3, 2011
Vehicle Ops
Lenco Armored Vehicles Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Lenco armored vehicles have proven to be durable, reliable multi-purpose response and rescue vehicles in a variety of missions.
March 24, 2021
Vehicle Ops
The Armored Group Opens Mich. Manufacturing Facility
The Armored Group (TAG) recently opened a 144,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Dearborn Heights, Mich., to produce armored rescue vehicles for law enforcement.
June 13, 2013
Special Units
Lenco BEAR & BearCat In Action
View our gallery featuring images of Lenco's BEAR and BearCat Armored Rescue Vehicles (ARVs) in use by several law enforcement agencies. Editor's note: This gallery is sponsored by Lenco.
January 31, 2012
Vehicle Ops
Vehicle Spotlight: The Armored Group BATT-X and Discreet Armored Suburban
Armored vehicles used in law enforcement come in a wide variety of configurations, ranging from patrol vehicles with ballistic protection in the doors to large and heavily shielded rescue vehicles. The Armored Group (TAG) makes both.
June 22, 2018
Special Units
Oshkosh Defense TPV
Oshkosh Defense's Tactical Protector Vehicle (TPV) looks ready for serious business. It's a large vehicle compared to a passenger SUV, but it's actually smaller than some other tactical rescue vehicles designed for the police market. Wisconsin-based Oshkosh Defense has been making armored rolling stock for the U.S. military since 1918. The Oshkosh Defense TPV—the company's first tactical response vehicle for law enforcement—benefits from its manufacturer's long history of making military vehicles. Read POLICE Magazine's "First Look" article on the TPV.
June 22, 2010
Vehicle Ops
St. Petersburg Unveils Armored Rescue Vehicle
The St. Petersburg (Fla.) Police Department publicly unveiled its new Lenco BearCat armored rescue vehicle for high-risk encounters involving the SWAT team.
August 1, 2012
SWAT
Is Your SWAT Team Really Ready?
Two Lenco Bearcat armored rescue vehicles (ARVs) were used to move perimeter personnel farther back and out of the suspect's line of fire. Ultimately as many as 200 officers from many LE agencies responded to the mutual aid calls for assistance. A number of SWAT teams answered the call and worked the inner perimeter.
March 22, 2010
Training
Armored cars for protection
January 31, 2000
Vehicle Ops
Vermont State Police Acquire Lenco G3 Armored Truck
The Vermont State Police have acquired a Lenco G3 armored truck that the agency will make available to city and county law enforcement agencies who may face an active shooter, high-risk warrant subject, or barricaded suspect.
November 6, 2011
Vehicle Ops
Lenco Offers 'MedCat' Armored Vehicle for Tactical EMS
Lenco Industries has introduced a version of its BearCat armored rescue vehicle suited to tactical EMS missions for law enforcement and the military. The BearCat MedEvac LE (also known as the "MedCat") was designed to meet the combined requirements of SWAT and tactical EMS teams.
June 6, 2013
Vehicle Ops
Justifying Your Agency's Acquisition of Armored Vehicles
With the correct officer training and community education these vehicles are a mainstay that departments will find they do not want to live without.
September 30, 2015
Vehicle Ops
Ohio Agency Acquires Lenco BearCat
The BearCat stands about 12 feet tall, weighs about 17,000 pounds and can carry 10 officers. The $201,000 vehicle was funded through a federal grant.
August 29, 2011
Vehicles
Military Surplus Vehicles Aid the Fight
Law enforcement agencies with these special missions can apply and acquire vehicles deemed military surplus for next to nothing. The vehicles usually require work to make them duty ready. Yet, the Department of Defense's 1033 program, as it is known, offers agencies access to military-grade equipment.
April 6, 2011
Vehicle Ops
Armored Specialty Vehicles
Armored vehicles provide officers with tactical advantages in barricade situations and other incidents involving individuals armed with high-caliber rounds. In addition to NIJ Level IV protection, they can be customized with all manner of equipment, including gear to help evacuate civilians and downed officers. Read our August feature to find out how to secure funding for these useful tools. Photos provided by manufacturers.
August 22, 2012
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