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GRIFFON

GRIFFON

The GRIFFON is a 6x6 armored vehicle developed by the French industrial consortium composed of KNDS France, Arquus, and Thales. It is a key component of the French Army’s SCORPION modernization program.



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FACTS ABOUT THE GRIFFON

An Armoured Personnnel Carrier, GRIFFON has been designed to transport an Infantry Combat Squad on any kind of combat mission whatever the area of operations.

The GRIFFON is designed for troop transport, with a capacity to carry 8 to 10 soldiers in addition to its crew. It features advanced protection against ballistic threats, mines, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Its communication and coordination capabilities are enhanced by the Scorpion Combat Information System (SICS), which integrates the vehicle into a tactical digital network.

Highly modular, the GRIFFON can be configured for various missions, including medical evacuation, logistical transport, and command post roles. With its all-terrain mobility and reliability, it is a strategic asset for operations in complex environments.

Alongside this main variant, eleven different versions are also provided in order to cover a full spectrum of missions including:

  • Command Posts;
  • Artillery Observation;
  • CASEVAC
  • Self-Proppelled Mortar (SPM) featuring a 120mm rifled mortar (MEPAC)...

Advanced protection

Resistant to ballistic threats (STANAG 4569), mines, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

Modularity

Configurable for various missions (command post, medical evacuation, logistical transport, etc.).

Transport capacity

Can carry up to 10 soldiers in addition to its 2-person crew.

Effective armament

Equipped with a remotely operated turret supporting weapons up to 12.7 mm or a 40 mm grenade launcher.

Digital connectivity

Integrated into the Scorpion Combat Information System (SICS), enabling real-time tactical information sharing.

All-terrain mobility

Its powerful engine and independent suspension allow it to operate on diverse terrains.

Simplified maintenance

Designed to be robust and easy to maintain in the field, with optimized logistics.

features

  • Curb weight

    18t OPEX mass at 23.6t

  • GVWR

    24.5t

  • Length

    7.660m

  • Width

    2.540m

  • Height

    2.620m

  • Internal Height

    1.5m

Survivability

  • Basic protection in standard configuration: Ballistics (STANAG 4569), Mines (STANAG 4569), IED, Blast and Shell Fragments
  • Additional Protection in OPEX Conguration and Future Evolution:
  • Ballistic (STANAG 4569), Mines (STANAG 4569), IED, Blast and Shell Fragments
  • Fire Protection and CBRN
  • IED protection: ECLIPSE interference interface


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Options and role-fit equipment

  • RCWS
  • Near Hemispheric Vision Kit - VHP
  • Laser Warning System
  • Acoustic detection and localization system
  • Urban area protection kit
  • SCORPION Common Vetronic

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THE GRIFFON IN PICTURES

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Related products to the GRIFFON

You will find many other products from KNDS France to accompany this one, which are associated with the product illustrated.

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