Hoveyzeh (APC)
The Hoveyzeh or Howeizeh (Persian: نفربر هویزه) is an Iranian super-light trached armored personnel carrier which was unveiled in September 2012. This vehicle has the capability to carry weapons and diverse equipment; and can operate at night by having ability to be used quickly and easily, appropriate speed, effective camouflage and facile-hiding. Among other features of "Hovezyeh armored-vehicle" are: feasibility of easy transportation, possibility of air transportation by plane/helicopter, usability in different missions of the Armed Forces, and so on.
| Hoveyzeh | |
|---|---|
| Type | Armoured personnel carrier |
| Place of origin | Iran |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Defense Industries Organization (Iran) |
| Produced | unveiled in August 2012 |
| Specifications | |
| Crew | 4 passengers + 1 driver |
Hoveyzeh armored vehicle can be utilized at border-checkpoints to fight criminals and fight against drug-trafficking as well as other military and law enforcement operations. Hoveyzeh is also used in civilian affairs, such as in unforeseen events, etc. According to Tasnim-News: presumably, the Hoveyzeh can carry four passengers as well as the driver, and a periscope has been installed for each passenger in order to allow outside visibility.
A list of Iranian military vehicles published in 2020 described the Hoveyzeh as a prototype that did not enter mass production.