Mercedes-Benz has announced full details for the S 680 Guard 4MATIC after the car was previewed last week.The German car manufacturer has been building armored vehicles since 1928 and the S 680 Guard 4MATIC includes its (iSS).
The integrated protection system (iSS) incorporates a self-supporting protective cell and a unique aluminum outer skin. In addition, the car features multi-layer glass that offers VR10 levels of safety, meaning it can withstand armor-piercing ammunition fired from an assault rifle. The inner surfaces of the glass are coated with polycarbonate for splinter protection.
Testing of the car’s armor was conducted by the Beschussamt Ulm, a testing and certification body for weapons, ammunition, and safety technology in Germany. In addition to being able to withstand shots from an assault rifle, the S 680 Guard 4MATIC offers protection from explosives to the VPAM ERV (Explosive Resistant Vehicles) standard. The Mercedes received top scores in its roof, floor, and side protection.
