Kia Unveils Military Hydrogen Vehicle at Defense Exhibition

Concept car equipped with a hydrogen fuel cell generator (left) and hydrogen fuel cell ATV concept car displayed at the Kia Weapon Systems Hall

[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Dae-yeol] Kia exhibited defense technology and products at the Defense Industry Exhibition DX Korea 2022, held over five days starting from the 21st. In the weapons system hall, a hydrogen vehicle zone was set up to showcase military hydrogen vehicles, including a medium-sized hydrogen fuel cell truck concept car.

The medium-sized hydrogen fuel cell truck concept car is a military vehicle developed based on Hyundai Motor's Xcient hydrogen electric truck, the world's first mass-produced hydrogen truck. It features 6×6 all-wheel drive and increased minimum ground clearance to enhance mobility. The hydrogen fuel cell ATV concept car is a modified version of last year's engine-driven ATV concept car, adapted to use hydrogen power.

The concept car equipped with a hydrogen fuel cell generator is based on a Korean small tactical vehicle that has received high evaluations through actual operation in several countries domestically and abroad. It is equipped with a hydrogen fuel cell generator, enabling stable power supply even in special environments such as military operational areas and disaster emergency rescue activities.

In the power support system hall, a 2½-ton medium standard vehicle, a 4-seat cargo concept car of a small tactical vehicle, and a small tactical vehicle bare chassis concept car were showcased. The 2½-ton medium standard vehicle is a model developed based on Hyundai Motor's PAVISE truck, with an AWS system featuring rear-wheel steering and an optional height adjustment device. For the first time at this exhibition, Kia arranged the exhibition hall close to defense companies within the group, such as Hyundai Rotem and Hyundai Wia, to conduct joint marketing activities.

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