Peugeot P4 facts for kids
The Peugeot P4 is a tough, four-wheel drive vehicle built by the French company Peugeot. It's mostly used by different parts of the French military, like the French Army, French Gendarmerie, French Navy, and French Air Force. This strong vehicle was first put into service in 1981.
What is the Peugeot P4?
The Peugeot P4 is a special kind of car known as a light utility vehicle. This means it's designed to be strong and reliable for many different jobs, especially in tough conditions. It can go off-road, which is perfect for military missions.
How the P4 was Developed
The design of the Peugeot P4 was actually based on another famous vehicle: the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. This means it shares some of the strong features and abilities of that well-known off-road car. Peugeot worked with Mercedes-Benz to create a vehicle that met the specific needs of the French military.
Who Uses the P4?
The main user of the Peugeot P4 is the French Army. They use it for many tasks, like transporting soldiers, carrying equipment, and even as a platform for weapons. Other branches of the French military also use it for their own special needs.
Images for kids
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P4 of the 54th Artillery regiment, 2011 military parade.
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P4 with Mistral missiles in Aspic mount. 2006 military parade, Paris.
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A Panhard VPS in service with French special forces.
See also
In Spanish: Peugeot P4 para niños
