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Mercedes: Terrorist-Proof Limo

Posted February 24, 2007 4:08 PM

From Wired News: Top Stories:

DaimlerChrysler's Mercedes unit says it has designed its new Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard Pullman limo to offer "the highest possible degree of protection against terrorist attacks." So what does that mean? Here is how Mercedes describes its ultra-secure limo: The highest protection specified for this car is equivalent to resistance level B6/B7, as tested and certified by state-approved organizations. Plus it meets further requirements that are not even stipulated by any standard, as tested by public and independent organizations. Its armor resists military-standard small-arms projectiles and provides protection against fragments from hand grenades and other explosive devices. Additional safety features include run-flat tyres, a self-sealing fuel tank and a fire-extinguishing system.

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Re: Mercedes: Terrorist-Proof Limo

02/25/2007 9:40 AM

I'll take two!

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Re: Mercedes: Terrorist-Proof Limo

02/25/2007 2:02 PM

If it cannot handle a hit from a Russian RPG then it is not Terrorist-Proof. I can weld light steel plate to my car and pass the shrapnel test.

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