ARIS - Amphibious Tactical Vehicles, Aircraft Towing Tractors and Power Generators

Established in 1969, located near Torino, ARIS design and manufacture amphibious vehicles and special, tactical vehicles. Our main customers are the Italian Ministry of Defence and NATO.

ARIS amphibious vehicles and special, tactical vehicles include:

• AGC 170 (Airlift Global Carrier): a prime mover designed for transport, with cargo, by C-130 Hercules transport aircraft
• ARISGATOR: amphibious APC and IFV, derived from the M113
• ARK: logistic amphibious derived from the M548
• TORO: double frequency diesel power generator, 50Hz and 400Hz, used for SPADA, NIKE and Hawk missile systems
• TPA 90: four wheel drive, four wheel steering, continuously variable transmission, medium aircraft (MD80, B737, C130 Hercules, etc.) towing tractor

ARIS is qualified ISO 9001-2000 and NATO AQAP 2110 for design and production of special, amphibious vehicles and tactical, precise power generators.

AGC 170 - TACTICAL PRIME-MOVER

The AGC 170 is in service with the Italian Air Force for the NATO Rapid Reaction Force. It is used for the rapid deployment of the MBDA SPADA low to medium-altitude surface-to-air missile system, it can also be used for the transport and handling of a variety of other items.

The ARIS AGC 170 is capable of C-130 Hercules DO-DO (Drive-On / Drive-Off) operations complete with cargo and requires no assistance from loading or unloading equipment.

A variety of equipment types can be transported between the two-axle short wheelbase towing tractor and the rear axle assembly, including 20ft ISO containers, assorted shelters or purpose-designed flatbeds mounting missile launchers, radar antennas etc.

Available in 4×2 or 4×4 configuration, the 4×4 has independent suspension and a more powerful engine. The fifth wheel of the tractor is fitted with jib-type assembly that locates the container or load, and raises and lowers it hydraulically to facilitate the load and unload process.

ARISGATOR - AMPHIBIOUS APC AND IFV

The ARISGATOR consists of a marine kit installed on the M113 APC, providing a low cost, reliable and effective amphibious landing vehicle. The ARISGATOR amphibious APC carries eight fully-equipped men plus the pilot and can be fit with all the armament and the protection of the original M113.

It is fully qualified by the Italian Ministry of Defence and RINA (the Italian Naval Certification Authority) for sea keeping.

The ARISGATOR amphibious APC develops 6kt into the sea, up to sea strength 4, and maintains the same performances of the original M113 on ground. It is fully compatible with the Italian Navy LPDs.

ARK - LOGISTIC, TRACKED AMPHIBIOUS VEHICLE

The ARK logistic, tracked amphibious vehicle is derived from the M548. With a loading bay of 8.5m³ for any kind of material (2.25m wide by 3.3m long), it provides immense flexibility for roles in flood relief areas where it is capable of tackling the toughest terrain and sea state 4.

The ARK logistic, tracked amphibious vehicle is equipped with a tilting bow to stabilise the vehicle in the water and has an aluminium hull with waterproofed engine compartment and a sealed electric system. Two stern ducts each incorporate a hydrostatically-driven propeller.

The Ark is capable of handling a six tonne payload on land and a five tonne payload in water, and its compact size means it can be driven on public roads.

TORO - 50HZ AND 400HZ DIESEL POWER GENERATOR

The TORO tactical, precise, power generator, is the only generator delivering two frequencies simultaneously:

• 45kW continuous power at 400Hz
• 75kW continuous power at 50Hz

It has been used with maximum reliability since more than 20 years on SPADA, Hawk and NIKE missile systems. Three TORO power generators are deployed in a missile battery: two work in parallel and the third as back-up.

TPA 90 – AIRCRAFT TOWING TRACTOR

In use by the Italian Air Force, for towing the C130 Hercules and other aircraft, the TPA 90 aircraft towing tractor is a compact, four wheel drive, four wheel steering tractor, with hydrostatic, continuous variable transmission, for smooth driving and aircraft towing.

The TPA 90 aircraft-towing tractor is capable of 49,000N draw bar pull, towing capacity 75,000kg, tested from -32°C to +55°C and can use both diesel fuel and JP8.

BRT 87D 'SAN BERNARDO' – TWIN MODULE, ALL-TERRAIN TRACKED AMPHIBIOUS VEHICLE

The BRT 87d consists of two rubber-tracked bodies, linked together with a steering unit, each module consisting of a light alloy chassis with a reinforced-plastic, water-sealed body. The power is driven by diesel engine to the front and rear module, making the vehicle suitable for severe off-road driving (snow, ice, marsh, etc.). Due to the sealed body, the vehicle is also amphibious and can float and navigate without preparation.