Iranian Jasour (“Brave”) APC tactical vehicle

Undated imagery posted at Military.ir of Jasour (“Brave”) APC tactical vehicle. Vehicle is another  observed utilizing American O-GPK styled turret; previous example being the DIO MRAP by Shahid Kolahdooz Industries shown OCT2016. Iranian-supported fighting forces in Iraq field a variety of American-origin combat vehicles equipped with O-GPK type turrets.

Jasour APC tactical vehicle appears to be based on Saipa Diesel (Volvo) NH12 rolling chassis. Headlamp and taillight units also appear to be taken from NH12, possibly of FAP origin.

Swedish Volvo Trucks Corporation was reported in MAY2015 to have resumed production activity with Saipa Diesel in Iran, after a period where its activity had halted due to sanctions. The Iran nuclear deal and the successful negotiations leading up to it spurred Volvo to resume operations in the Islamic Republic.