Arquus proposed upgrading the Greek VBL fleet

French defense contractor Arquus has offered to upgrade Greece’s VBL light armored vehicles fleet.

The partnership between Arquus and the Hellenic Army started in 1997 with the delivery of the first batch of 13 Panhard VBL vehicles. Throughout the years, the total number of vehicles delivered has reached 240, making it one of the largest VBL fleets in service in the world.

As part of the same long-term commitment, Arquus has recently delivered two VBL Ultima to the Hellenic Army.

The VBL Ultima is a new standard for the VBL.
Under this new standard, the original 95-horsepower diesel engine is being replaced by a new 130-horsepower diesel engine, as well as a new gearbox, allowing a speed greater than the 95 km/h of the original standard, as well as improved acceleration.