Bale Defence Engineering Systems is a veteran-founded, privately owned Australian company with more than 47 years of experience supporting Defence. Our integrated design and manufacturing facility delivers trusted solutions to the Army, Navy and Special Operations community. Engineers, machinists, fitters and fabricators work together on site, enabling rapid progression from concept and prototype through qualification, production and through-life support. We engineer unconventional solutions where no suitable product exists, adapting proven expertise to meet specific operational requirements.
RTV-4 AND RTV-6 — MODULAR, MULTI-MISSION ROUGH-TERRAIN VEHICLES
Designed for close-terrain operations, the RTV family accepts interchangeable mission kits for counter-small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS), remote weapon stations, casualty evacuation, mortars and crew-served weapons. OEM-integrated options include the Dillon Aero M134-D, Arnold Defense FLETCHER LGR-4, FN deFNder Light and Medium, Javelin as well as heavy and medium machine guns.
RTV-4 provides more than 1,000 kg (2,200 lb) of payload and four seats as standard. An extendable rear tray can carry one or two litters, while the integrated M134-D option includes a 3,000-round ammunition magazine.
RTV-6 adds a third axle and more than 1,500 kg (3,300 lb) of payload. Its two-seat configuration and high-capacity rear tray support larger mission systems, including an integrated FN deFNder Medium remote weapon station with weapon options up to a 30 mm chain gun. The elevating system lowers within the CH-47 transport envelope for stowage.
HIGH-SECURITY ISO CONTAINERS FOR ARMS, AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES (AA&E) AND TRANSPORTABLE SENSITIVE COMPARTMENTED INFORMATION FACILITIES (T-SCIFS)
Deployable, modular systems for securing weapons, electrically initiated explosive ordnance and sensitive communications equipment in land or maritime environments.
Armour-plate construction is concealed within a standard ISO-container profile, providing a low visual signature. Available in 10 ft, 20 ft and 40 ft sizes, the systems use standard container transport, handling and securing equipment for rapid deployment.
Self-contained options include HVAC, fire detection and suppression, intrusion detection, and remote monitoring and control.
Systems are thermally insulated and fire rated, with options for complete boundary RF shielding or RF-shielded explosive-ordnance handling enclosures. Configurations can be tailored for specialised applications, including transport, erect and launch systems.
Our vertically integrated model supports the rapid development and delivery of high-quality military hardware.
In-house design, testing and manufacturing provide greater control, traceability and security across the product lifecycle.
We deliver fully integrated systems—not just base platforms—ensuring each installation preserves safety and operational capability.
RTV-FOV (ROUGH TERRAIN VEHICLE – FAMILY OF VEHICLES):
OEM Integrated Modular Mission Kits, designed for Operator Change Out
Roof mounted RWS and Crew Served Weapons (M2, M3M, M134-D, Mk19)
On-Board Litter System
CsUAS Solution with integrated mechanical mast
Integrated Auxiliary Power Supply
Air Transport/Air Drop capable
Helicopter underslung capable
Increased payload volume with fully flat front and rear trays, with additional under tray stowage
Designed for field-based operator maintenance
RTV-4:
4 Seats
Extendable and configurable rear tray (2 Seats plus full extension, 3 Seats plus half extension)
Multi-position and folding integrated M134-D with 3000 round 3-bay ammunition magazine
RTV-6:
2 Seats
Dedicated High-Capacity Rear Tray
Over 1500kg (3300lbs) of Payload
Mission Kits: .50 Cal/30mm RWS (CH-47 Compliant)
HIGH SECURITY SHIPPING CONTAINERS FOR AA&E AND T-SCIF:
Rapidly deployable, high security, modular and covert system available in ISO Standard 10ft, 20ft and 40ft sizes.
Land and Sea deployable. Transportable via Air, Land and Sea using standard ISO container handling and securing systems.
Typically used for SOF deployments and surge capacity aboard Naval and Commercial Vessels or for Land Bases.
Fully customisable for specific applications such as Transport, Erect and Launch.
Armour plate construction with low visual signature.
Fully insulated and fire rated.
Available fitted with fully self-contained systems for Intruder Detection, Fire Detection and Suppression, Temperature and Humidity Control. Systems can be monitored and controlled remotely.
Available with RF shielded boundary or custom designed enclosures internally.
Products are supplied globally from our Australian manufacturing facility, with in-country support delivered by Bale Defence specialists or our network of international partners.
Products are typically built to order and configured to the customer’s operational requirement.
Through-life support options include maintenance assistance and training tailored to user needs.
Australian Defence Force - Army, Navy and Special Operations
BAE Systems
Thales
Australian Submarine Corporation
General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB)
HII Newport News Shipbuilding (HII-NNS)
IT&T
FN Herstal
Supacat
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