Bangladesh Police Receives Delivery of Khan Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) from Turkey.
Recently, the Bangladesh Police received a shipment of Khan 4×4 Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) from Turkey. These APCs have already been spotted in Bangladesh and are designed to enhance the operational capabilities of the country’s security forces. The Khan APC is equipped with high-level ballistic protection to safeguard against weapons and ammunition.
Manufacturer:
Katmerciler, a Turkish defense company known for producing various types of armored vehicles.
Model:
Khan 4×4 Armored Personnel Carrier (Security Vehicle).
Type:
A 4×4 wheeled armored security vehicle designed for internal security forces. It is highly mobile and suitable for various climates and terrains.
Chassis:
Built on the Toyota Land Cruiser chassis.
Hull:
Monocoque armored steel hull providing high-level ballistic protection.
Capacity:
Can carry up to 8 personnel (including the driver).
Weight:
Empty weight is approximately 4.9 tons, with a load capacity of 1 ton.
Protection Level:
Offers high-level ballistic protection, likely equivalent to CEN BR6 or similar standards (specific STANAG rating not disclosed). It is lightly armored and ambush-protected.
Additional Features:
Easy maintenance with low operational costs.
High mobility, capable of operating in diverse environments.
Optional features include a remote-controlled weapon station or other armaments.
Engine Information:
Engine Power: Up to 280 horsepower (HP). Likely uses a Toyota 1VD-FTV 4.5-liter V8 turbo diesel engine, delivering approximately 265–285 HP, as it is based on the Toyota Land Cruiser.
Transmission: Automatic transmission (likely 6-speed, similar to the Land Cruiser, though not specified).
Performance: Specific details on top speed and range are unavailable, but it is fast and off-road capable. Similar models, such as the Hızır, can achieve a cruising range of up to 700 km.
Delivery and Procurement Details:
Delivery: In September 2025, Bangladesh Police received a shipment of Khan 4×4 APCs from Turkey. These vehicles are now in use by security forces in Bangladesh.
Procurement History: Since 2020, Bangladesh has been procuring Khan APCs and other arms from Turkey, making it the fourth-largest buyer of Turkish arms, with purchases worth approximately $60 million.
Cost: The specific cost of this shipment has not been publicly disclosed. However, based on similar export deals (e.g., a 2021 deal with an undisclosed country), the cost for Khan APCs and other vehicles was approximately €39.4 million (around $47.6 million or 560 crore BDT). The per-unit cost for Bangladesh is not publicly available but could be in the range of several million dollars per vehicle.
Additional Information:
Exports: The Khan APC has been exported to countries like Kenya and other allied nations, in addition to Bangladesh, for use by internal security forces.
Related Models: Comparable to Katmerciler’s Hızır model, which is heavier and mine-resistant, equipped with a 400 HP Cummins engine.
Usage: Suitable for police and paramilitary forces, including anti-terror operations, patrolling, and other security tasks.
