Allison Transmission Solution is Chosen for Production of Armored Vehicles in Kazakhstan

Innovative armored motor cars produced by Kazakhstan Paramount Engineering (KPE) received Allison automatic gearboxes which ensure enhanced operating characteristics on rough terrain.

Allison 3000 Series

Requiring a solution that is easy-to-install and can operate under adverse weather and terrain conditions, KPE gave preference to the Allison Transmission 3000 Series for its latest armored vehicles. KPE currently works on production of 3 models: Arlan, Nomad, and Barys APC. These armored cars are fully mine-protected. The drivetrain components of these models include Cummins diesel engines paired with six-speed Allison fully automatic gearboxes.

Alan Armored Wheeled Vehicles (AWV)

According to KPE officials, the work on selection of the most appropriate drivetrain was launched more than a decade ago. Initially, the company’s specialists considered several gearbox solutions provided by well-known companies. All transmissions were exposed to severe testing in real-life conditions.

Nomad AWV 4х4

During testing, KPE engineers took into consideration several factors:

• Functionality and speed of installation which affects the cost (as well as speed) of manufacturing and servicing of the cars.
• Gearbox weight. Military vehicles are quite heavy themselves. Therefore, KPE engineers tried to find more compact, but still powerful enough, solution to decrease the total weight of the vehicle.
• Changeable weather conditions. The weather in Kazakhstan is notable for very hot summers (up to +50 °C) and extremely cold winters (down to -50 °C), therefore the required transmission solution needed enhanced cooling system.

After numerous tests, KPE officials came to conclusion that the gearbox provided by Allison meets all the requirements mentioned above. Enhanced off-road operating characteristics of the 3000 series gearbox proved to be an efficient solution for mountainous and sandy areas.

Barys 8x8 wheeled armored vehicle fitted with the Sarbaz unmanned turret

Even inexperienced drivers easily drive armored vehicles equipped with Allison gearbox thanks to its ease of operation. Allison automatics ensure an exceptional ease of handling, maneuverability and rapid speed-ups by smoothly multiplying engine torque and transmitting more power to the wheels. The driver can pay more attention to the road without bothering about the process of gear shifting, which is crucial during military operations.

The Ministry of Defense of Kazakhstan, the major customer of these vehicles, also praises the new armored vehicles thanks to their durability, efficiency and usability. It is interesting to note that transmission solutions of Allison Transmission found application in numerous military vehicles. Recently, the company has celebrated 100 Years of Service to U.S. Army.