Shibl 2
| Shibl 2 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Military Industries Corporation |
| Also called | Al Shibl 2 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Light Armored Vehicle |
| Platform | Toyota Land Cruiser |
| Powertrain | |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual |
| Propulsion | 6 Cylinder Diesel Engine |
The Shibl 2 (or Al Shibl 2) is an armored derivative of the Toyota Land Cruiser (4x4). Manufactured by the Saudi Arabian Military Industries Corporation (MIC) the Shibl 2 is designed to function as a multi-role light vehicle. The Shibl 2 has two variations, both are crewed by a commander and a driver.
The first variation can carry up to five passengers or a 600 kg payload. The second variation has an extended wheelbase, two extra seats and can carry up to seven passengers or a 1000 kg payload.[1][2]
This vehicle can be armed with an assortment of turret ring-mounted weapons, including .50 caliber (12.7mm) and .30 caliber (7.62mm) machine guns, as well as a Mk 19 grenade launcher (40mm). It has level 1 armor per STANAG 4569 as well as armor around the engine and fuel tank which is rated to stop 7.62×51mm NATO ball ammunition.
The Shibl 2 is used domestically by the Saudi Arabian Armed Forces and sold abroad to other nations including Yemen.[3]
References
[edit]- ↑ Corporation, Military Industries. "Shibl 2 Armored Vehicle". Military Industries Corporation. Retrieved 2026-09-09.
- ↑ Valpolini, Paolo (2019-11-01). "More data on new Saudi vehicles". EDR Magazine. Retrieved 2026-09-09.
- ↑ "Saudi Land Forces". www.warpowersaudiarabia.com. Retrieved 2026-09-09.