Indiana-based police car builder Carbon Motors has released a series of computer-generated images that preview the TX7, a massive multi-mission truck.
The TX7 is no ordinary off-roader. Â Designed to cater to the needs of law enforcement officers, it comes standard with a weapons of mass destruction sensor, an infrared camera and a system that detects gun shots. Â When properly configured, it can even be used to launch and control an unnamed aerial vehicle.
Visually, the truck adopts a chunky look that is slightly reminiscent of the E7, Carbon Motors' first - and only - production vehicle. Â It spans 272 inches long, 98 inches wide and 117 inches tall. Â
Pictures of the interior are not available but it can reportedly adopt a variety of configurations that range from comfortably seating ten officers to safely transporting dangerous prisoners. Â
Powering the behemoth is an eight-cylinder turbodiesel engine that makes 300 horsepower and 660 lb-ft. of torque. Â Power is sent to all four wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission and a two-speed transfer case, while nine inches of ground clearance help the vehicle crawl over obstacles smoothly.
Buyers who want a more environmentally-friendly TX7 can order it with an engine that burns compressed natural gas.
The TX7Â carries a base price of $149,950 before options are factored in. Â Carbon Motors claims that the first deliveries will take place towards the end of 2013.
