Another Canadian company has jumped into the MRAP game. INKAS Aerospace & Defense, in partnership with French company Texelis, has revealed its newest offering to the defence marketing - the M1 MRAP.
Unveiled yesterday at Milipol 2025 in Paris, this is INKAS zecond MRAP after the Mamba-based Geebor. As part of the release, the company released rhe following statement:
Developed in collaboration with Texelis, whose proven mobility package systems enhance the vehicle’s off-road performance and stability, the M1 delivers a new level of survivability, mobility, and mission adaptability for modern defense operations.
Purpose-built for operations in high-threat environments, the M1 provides 360-degree ballistic and blast protection, leading to an agile design for a variety of missions. Its V-shaped monocoque hull and reinforced armored crew capsule are engineered to withstand small arms fire, IEDs, and mine blasts, protecting personnel in the most demanding combat and peacekeeping missions.
At INKAS®, we understand that every mission is unique. The M1’s modular chassis architecture allows for seamless configuration for multiple mission roles, including troop transport, command and control, reconnaissance, medical evacuation, and drone launch and carrier operations. Every component is NATO-compliant, ensuring interoperability with allied systems, simplified logistics, and ease of maintenance in the field.
“The M1 represents a defining milestone for INKAS®,” said David Khazanski, CEO of INKAS®. “It’s the result of years of R&D and collaboration, a purpose-built vehicle designed to perform in real-world missions. Its debut at Milipol Paris cements our commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for global defense operations.”
Beyond protection and performance, the M1 reflects our ongoing commitment to operator safety and comfort. The cabin accommodates eight dismounted personnel and two crew members, for a spacious and well-designed interior.
The M1’s debut at Milipol Paris drew considerable attention from international delegations and defense procurement officials. Visitors were able to see firsthand how our commitment to innovation continues to redefine modern protection and tactical capability. This product launch solidifies INKAS®’s position as a global defense innovator, evolving from an armored vehicle manufacturer into a comprehensive defense solutions provider with capabilities spanning design, production, and long-term support.
The INKAS® comprehensive defense ecosystem encompasses both armored and unmanned vehicles, covering the land, air, and sea domains, as well as countermeasures, including electronic warfare, ultimately combining advanced capabilities with mission-critical training and support.
The M1 comes in at ~15 tons, with a Cummins ISL8.9 8.9L engine and an Allison 3200SP transmission. It features a V-Hull, Monocoquece hull certified up to a STANAG IVA/B Ballistic and Blast protection standard. It also includes an Air Renewal system, providing the vehicle with CBRN protection.
The M1 has a top speed of 110km/h with a range of at least 600km. Other features include a Flat-Run tire systems, Soundproof APU, and an Independent military grade suspension with hydro-shocks.
Keen observers might notice the similarity the M1 has to another platform, the KNDS Serval. This is because they're basically the same vehicle. Thats not a joke. They are basically the same thing, minus the M1 being slightly smaller.
Now, Texelis did do the Serval, so it makes sense. However the similarities go beyond design. Down to the fact that the INKAS literslly lifted the Serval brochure and essentially copy-pasted several sections with some changes thrown in there, if at all.
This isnt me criticizing the development. Get your bag. This kind of stuff is fairly common, look at how almost everyone has a Mamba-copy in their history, or a Humvee. This kind of stuff is fairly common in the industry.
However I do need to point it out for how blatant it is, and how little the hiding is attempted. At the end of the day this is still a Canadian comoany showcasing a new product, and we should always celebrate Canadian companies exoanding amd doing well, except for Streit. They do not get that luxury.
So I still have to give congratulations to INKAS, and I do wish them success with this new product. I do want them to succeed here, even if it is with a copied vehicle!
Would INKAS now be in competition with Roshel or is the M1 sufficiently different to be in a separate niche?