Czechia’s Ministry of Defense has confirmed the purchase of 18 Supacat HMT Extenda vehicles for the army’s special forces. The deal involves local industry, with LPP handling delivery and the state-owned VTÚ responsible for integrating weapons, communications, and mission systems. The chassis cost is estimated at 32.6 million pounds ($44 million), while systems integration and upgrades are valued at 810 million Czech koruna ($39 million).
The Supacat Extenda will replace outdated Land Rover vehicles in service with the 601st Special Forces Group. According to the Czech Chief of the General Staff, this acquisition strengthens the mobility and combat readiness of the country’s special operations forces, aligning with both national and NATO defense objectives.
Designed for versatility, the Extenda can be converted between 4×4 and 6×6 configurations. The 4×4 variant supports a payload of up to 2,100 kilograms, while the 6×6 can carry 3,900 kilograms. Optional mine blast and ballistic protection kits enhance survivability, and the vehicle can be armed with multiple weapons to suit mission requirements.
A standard Extenda carries four personnel, while the Mk2 version accommodates six. With a top speed of 120 kilometers per hour and an operational range of 1,000 kilometers, it is already fielded by UK, US, Netherlands, Norway, Denmark, New Zealand, and Ukraine, offering proven interoperability with NATO and partner forces.
