Inkas is a brand that has specialised in converting luxury SUVs
into armored cars. In addition to all these the company has also got
specialisation in metal fabrication, safe manufacturing, environmental and
financial protection services, software development, etc. It is a Canadian
company that has earlier converted Cadillac Escalade as well as Mercedes-Benz
G-Class into armored vehicles. After these two conversions, the company is now
transforming the Lincoln Navigator L which is the long-wheelbase version of the
flagship SUV from Lincoln. The Lincoln Navigator L is a massively heavy,
comparatively safe and an Uber imposing vehicle. The vehicle has got a weight
of 6000 lbs and it has also got a five-star rating in the crash test from the
IIHS.
Forces it can withstand
The transformed version of the Lincoln Navigator L by Inkas can
withstand shots from .308 Winchester FMJ ammunition as well as from . 30
caliber. In addition to these two bullets, the Inkas armored Lincoln Navigator
L 2020 can withstand the force created by the explosion of not one, but two
hand grenades which explode simultaneously. This information has been revealed
by the company.
Where does the protection
come from?
The protection that theInkas
armored Lincoln Navigator L 2020 enjoys is because the floor, as well as
the ceiling of the vehicle, enjoys protection which is full perimeter
ballistic. In addition to this, there is also multi-layer glass which is
ballistic. This information has been released by the company itself. Along with
all these, the armored Lincoln Navigator L 2020 has also got runlet tires, a
siren, a public address system, emergency lights, and an upgraded suspension.
What remained the same?
One of the things which were not upgraded by the company is the
power train. A twin-turbo V – 6 of the stock version having a capacity of three
and a half liter is present in an Inkas armored Lincoln
Navigator L 2020, which is the same as a normal Lincoln Navigator L. It has got
the power of four hundred and fifty horsepower along with a torque of 510-pound
feet. In addition to these, there are multiple other electronic features of the
Lincoln Navigator L which are maintained in the armored version. These
electronic features include park assist as well as autonomous emergency braking
and six driving modes. One of the things worth noting is that the performance
of the armored version will be affected by the extra amount of weight that is
put on the vehicle.
The Interior
If we talk about the interior of the Inkas
armored Lincoln Navigator L 2020, then it can be said that it is one of
the most luxurious places which can protect a person from the gunfire. In the
second row of the armored vehicle, there is a captain’s chair which has got the
feature of power reclining. In addition to these, there are additional features
of cooling, heating as well as massage in the vehicle. There is also no
shortage of entertainment in the armored Lincoln Navigator L 2020. The vehicle
is equipped with an entertainment system in the rear seat. In addition to this,
there is the audio system from Revel Ultima which has got twenty speakers and
is available directly from the factory. Along with all these, there are
illuminated running boards. There is also the approach detection technology in
this armored vehicle. With the help of this approach detection technology, the
occupants of the vehicle get an early warning, whenever there is a potential
ambush.
The Optional features
In addition to the primary features of the vehicle, some optional
features can be chosen by the buyer if he or she wants to. The optional
features include heavy-duty wheels along with a system for fire suppression.
Along with these, there are also optional features of the emergency lights
system as well as a lightweight armoring package. In addition to all these,
there is also the feature of the Intercom/PA/Siren system and heavy-duty brake
system along with components.
The cost
As of now, the company has not listed the price of the armored
Lincoln Navigator L 2020. The price of the armored Escalade by the company
starts at $ 3,00,000. The same vehicle when fully customized can cost up to $
5,00,000.
If
you are looking for a vehicle that provides you reliable as well as comfortable
transportation along with a wide range of security features to protect you in
case of any possible attack, then this is the vehicle that you should consider
buying. The Armored Lincoln Navigator 2020 is an absolute powerhouse performer,
which assures the user of safety as well as luxurious comfort. One of the best
part parts about this car is that it is costly as well as cheaper both at the
same time for the year 2020 and it depends completely on the trim.
