The Armed Forces of Ukraine's fleet of armored vehicles has been replenished with another model of MRAP class (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected). The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine codified and adopted the Canadian-made Roshel Senator MRAP armored vehicle.

The MRAP-class vehicles are of V-hull type, i.e., a V-shaped hull floor designed to dissipate the energy of the explosion. It is also furnished with special shock-absorbing seats. Structurally, the armored vehicles of this model consist of a monolithic armor capsule and external blast-absorbing components, including wheels, chassis, and engine. These components absorb all the kinetic energy from the mine explosion, preserving the integrity of the crew module.

The Roshel Senator armored vehicle is based on the chassis of the American heavy-duty Ford F-550 pickup truck. The vehicle was initially designed for use by the police. Modifications have been made to the model to suit the Ukrainian Army's needs. The Roshel Senator MRAP is equipped with armor to safeguard the crew and troops against small arms fire and shrapnel. It also has a special V-shaped hull floor design that dissipates the energy of a mine or other explosive device blast effects equivalent to 6 kg of TNT. Furthermore, the Canadian armored vehicle features a reinforced chassis, all-wheel drive, and a 6.7-liter turbo diesel engine known for its versatility and power output exceeding 300 horsepower. The standard equipment of the vehicle's frontline configuration also includes a winch and special ‘night’ light capabilities.

Since the beginning of the large-scale invasion, the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has codified and adopted over twenty MRAP-class armored vehicles for use in the Armed Forces.

Manufacturers and designers of weapons and military equipment are encouraged to contact the Main Department of Support for the Lifecycle of Weapons and Military Equipment via email for further inquiries regarding the codification process:  [email protected]