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Piranha Family of Vehicles

Country of Origin: Switzerland

Piranha III 4x4
Piranha III 6 x 6
Piranha III 8x8
Piranha V 8x8
Piranha IV

The Piranha III 4×4, an early model of the Piranha series developed by MOWAG (now part of General Dynamics), was no longer in active service in most countries. Originally designed in the 1970s as a lighter reconnaissance and police vehicle, this 4×4 model was primarily used by nations such as Liberia, with some versions tested for police and reconnaissance roles by Switzerland. However, as the Piranha line evolved, demand shifted toward the larger 6×6, 8×8, and 10×10 variants,...

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