The RedBlack Communications rapid response vehicle is self-contained, has a small footprint, and provides an impressive communications capability for a vehicle of this size. The platform is based on a Ford E-350 chassis and Ku-Band satellite communications system. The mission of the rapid response vehicle is to provide critical communications to support emergency management, surveillance, and disaster relief situations.
Platform:
- Ford E-350 chassis
- 138" wheel base
- GVWR 9,400 lb
- 6.0L Liter Diesel
- Dual rear wheels (for stability)
- Towing package
- Custom interior
- 80 RU of rack space
- Weather tight I/O panel
- Front and rear air conditioning
- Three operator workstations
- Operator control console
- 4x4 (optional)
Power System:
- Transmission Power Take Off (PTO) driven 12 kW generator
- Distributed AC and DC power
- Tech and Auxiliary Shore Power
- Mobile operation of all critical systems
- 2,000 Watt DC Inverter / Charger
- Additional Tech battery (DC UPS)
- 3,000 Watt UPS
Standard Capabilities:
- 1.5M SHF terminal and router provides a T-1 "reach back" link for:
- WAN and/or Internet connectivity for up to 6 PCs
- 4 POTS and 4 wireless VoIP telephones
- Video Teleconferencing using H323 (Ethernet) protocol
- Distributed Phone, Ethernet, 115 VAC, and 12 VDC at each operator workstation
- HF/VHF Low/VHF/UHF/800 MHz line of sight radios, as required
- Radio switching for radio interoperability (via ACU-1000)
- Iridium satellite phone
- Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) INMARSAT Satellite Terminal provides telephone and/or PC connectivity
- Printer/Fax/Scanner
- Satellite TV (Fixed and On-The-Move)
- Surveillance camera with local recording
- Driver Assist Observation system (Left / Right Turn and Reverse Cameras)
- Emergency Lighting and Siren Package
- Three Operator Workstations
- Two for fixed-site operation with storage
- One for On-The-Move operation (passenger seat)
- Center Console allows for easy operation of radios, lights, and siren
Optional Capabilities:
- Type-I and/or AES encryption for voice and data circuits
- Tactical LOS and BLOS radios
- Other Fixed SHF antenna systems can be integrated
- SATCOM-On-The-Move (SOTM) Ku-Band link
- Additional 40 RU rack space
- Vehicle Armor
Accessories:
- Utility trailer with auxiliary generator
- 25' telescopic mast
- Mast-mounted Surveillance camera
- Home-Base Transit Cases (HTC) for "Reach Back" capability
- Auxiliary air conditioning
- Tent
- Awning
Home-Base Transit Cases (HTCs):
RedBlack Communications will assure that our Rapid Response Vehicle will "reach back" to your operations center for network, telephone, VTC, and radio circuits. In the event that your command center is not capable of providing this connectivity to the Rapid Response Vehicle, an optional set of transit cases is available to "extend" these circuits and provide the distant-end home-base communications capability. The transit case approach permits use at an existing facility or easy relocation to another location in the event of an evacuation. The transit cases can be selected to provide different functions: network, telephone, VTC, and radio. HTCs are tailored to provide seamless integration into your existing infrastructure.
