With a curb weight of 10,800 kg and a payload weight of 4,500 kg, the Matador has a maximum crew capacity of fourteen, including a driver and co-driver. The vehicle has a cruise speed of 100 km/h and a maximum range of 700 km. Although it can be used for military and
peacekeeping operations in urban areas, it was originally designed for missions in less built-up areas. It therefore has a larger
turning circle compared to its sister vehicle, the
Marauder, which was specifically developed for urban areas. The Matador is either equipped with a militarised
MAN engine integrated with a 12-speed
semi-automatic transmission, or a
Cummins engine integrated with a fully automated 6-speed
transmission. Both technologies are common around the world, allowing the vehicle to be repaired and serviced in most countries, without requiring an independent logistic system.
Armour The Matador is fitted with a double-skin
monocoque hull, which gives it a modern look and a smooth finish while protecting its occupants against blasts up to
STANAG 4569 Level III, the highest level of tested protection. The V-shaped hull comprises three self-jigging plates. This system, developed in South Africa, enables the Matador to withstand the blast of a double
anti-tank mine (14 kg of TNT) at any point beneath the hull, and a triple anti-tank mine (21 kg of TNT) under any wheel.
Armament The vehicle can be equipped with light and medium-calibre
machine guns and cannon weapon installations, as well as mortar firing platforms,
missile launchers, combat turret, and command, surveillance and control systems. ==Functions==