New Space Technologies s.r.o. (NST) will present its KALAN amphibious tracked vehicle at Interschutz.
The company will showcase the Czech developed platform designed for civilian and military emergency response operations at the trade fair in Hanover.
Czech designed rescue and logistics platform
NST is a Czech design office specialising in development for defence industry projects, military and civilian special vehicles, and unmanned systems.
The company provides complete project support ranging from design concepts and ergonomics through to virtual 3D prototypes, structural calculations and full production documentation.
NST also supports prototype production by supplying structural components.
The KALAN project was developed in cooperation with the Rescue Unit of the Fire Department of the Czech Republic and is intended for deployment during floods, natural disasters and large scale crisis situations.
Designed for extreme operating conditions
The amphibious tracked vehicle is designed to evacuate up to 70 people and transport rescue teams, humanitarian supplies, equipment and cargo in difficult terrain and flooded environments.
The platform supports payloads up to 19,842 lb and can operate both on land and water.
NST said the vehicle incorporates advanced propulsion and control systems with intelligent architecture to improve manoeuvrability and operational control.
The tracked undercarriage provides high off road capability in extreme conditions.
Multiple operational configurations available
The KALAN platform can be adapted for multiple operational requirements including firefighting, pumping flooded areas and cargo transport.
Optional equipment includes winches, anchoring systems, evacuation fittings, roofing, benches, beds and firefighting systems with water and foam tanks holding up to 2113.4 gal of water.
NST said the vehicle’s robust construction and integrated systems are designed to provide high levels of safety for crews, passengers and transported cargo during emergency operations.
Visitors to Interschutz will be able to see the KALAN platform at outdoor booth F74.
