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Mercedes-Benz Group unveiled the all-new S-Class Guard, renowned for armoured variant completed with all defensive components to help those individuals from getting any armed assault while travelling.
The latest edition of S-Class Guard is integrated with a more incredible foundation structure into the bodyshell and its exclusive steel protection components located between body structure and exterior skin.
Mercedes-Benz S680 Guard 4Matic has an extended wheelbase featuring a wide chromed grille with similar LED High-Performance headlights.
Mainly built to protect occupants, the new edition of S-Class Guard is equipped with splinter-resistant aramide and PE components and advanced overlapping systems for ballistic protection.
Engine-wise, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is powered by a classic 6.0-litre twin-turbo V-12 engine with a maximum power output of 604 horsepower and a peak torque of 830 Nm.
A 9-speed automatic transmission sends power to all four wheels. This special protection vehicle's peak speed is electronically restricted to 190 km/h.
S-Class Guard windows are 10 cm thick and hydraulically controlled, while the tyres are Michelin run-flats capable of going 30 kilometres after a puncture.
Safety-wise, the car is equipped with an onboard oxygen supply system and a fire extinguisher in case of an emergency. Designed to achieve VPAM VR10 certification, the powerful sedan has reached its highest ballistic protection level for a civilian car.
An armoured vehicle like Mercedes-Benz S-Class is best for special protection, especially it is made with a pitched roof, and sculpted hood merged with LED rear light clusters embedded with jewels.
In the European market, the mighty Mercedes-Benz S-Class Guard starts at €547,400 (RM 2,751,164).
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