Audi A8L Security Resists Grenade Blast
The armored cars are becoming more resistant and expensive. Dubbed by foreign media of “Panzer luxury” in allusion to the famous German tank used in World War II, the Audi A8L Security is one of transportation options for those who need high security and have money left over. Depending on configuration, the price at the factory armored model can pass the roadblock of US$ 700,000.
The price starts high because the A8 be the most luxurious Audi. Not only that, the vehicle still has the “last” L, limousine, measuring 5.27 meters in length. The engine is also offered to the most advanced series, the 6.3 W12 500 hp and 63.7 lb.-ft. of torque at 4750 rpm. But let’s get to what matters most in this car: the shield.
According to Audi, the configuration of the input A8L Security carries 720 kg of shielding components (the unshielded A8L weighs 1835 kilograms). Are only 300 kg of tempered glass, which, according to the mark, resist firing heavy weapons, even at close range. Floor, doors and tires also come with protections of carbon fiber and kevlar mesh capable to withstand even the explosion of hand grenades.
If the power of hostile fire is not no match for the protections of the A8L Security is better then turn on the siren and speed, which is not a problem. The W12 engine is accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds and top speed is limited at 210 mph, something remarkable for a car of 2555 kg. Reinforcements can also be called by a system of high-frequency radio, which comes standard on the car, as well as warning lights.
And the A8 limousine armored’s harder. In the case of chemical attack, the air-conditioning prevents the entry of toxic agents in the cabin by means of advanced air filters. If this is also sufficient, the model also has auxiliary oxygen masks.
