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INKAS, WELP Group, and Klassen Special Vehicles — three certified armouring houses, three distinct specialisations. Select the manufacturers you want to compare and find the right partner for your requirements.

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INKAS Armored
INKAS
Canada

INKAS Armored

Est. 1996

North America's leading armoured vehicle exporter

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WELP Group
WELP
Germany

WELP Group

Est. 2000s

German multi-platform executive armourer

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Klassen Special Vehicles
Klassen
Germany

Klassen Special Vehicles

Est. 1995

The world's premier Mercedes-Benz armourer

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Category
INKASINKAS Armored
WELPWELP Group
KlassenKlassen Special Vehicles

Country

CanadaGermanyGermany

Headquarters

Toronto, OntarioGermany (regional hub: Dubai)Nürtingen, Baden-Württemberg

Founded

Est. 1996Est. 2000sEst. 1995

Protection Standard

Certification body

NIJ / CEN 1063VPAM BRV 2009VPAM BRV 2009 / EN 1063

Protection Levels

VPAM / NIJ ratings

B4 – B7VR4 – VR9VR4 – VR9 (VR10 classified)

Platform Focus

Vehicle manufacturer coverage

North American & global multi-platformEuropean multi-platform (Mercedes, BMW, Range Rover, Toyota, Cadillac…)Mercedes-Benz exclusive (AMG, Maybach, EQ, Commercial)

Vehicle Types

Collections offered

  • Armored SUVs
  • Executive Sedans
  • Luxury Vans
  • Government Fleet
  • Cash-in-Transit
  • Tactical Vehicles
  • Armored SUVs
  • Executive Protection Vehicles
  • Luxury Armored Vans
  • Diplomatic Vehicles
  • Bespoke / Expedition
  • Armored SUVs
  • Executive Sedans
  • Luxury Armored Vans
  • Electric Armored Vehicles
  • Classified Bespoke

Luxury Interior Programme

Interior craftsmanship level

Factory-preserved; optional upgradesFactory-preserved; covert conversion specialistsAbove-OEM: Nappa leather, starlight ceilings, 4K suites

Bespoke Commission

Yes
Yes
Yes

EV Platform Armouring

Certified electric vehicle programme

No
No
Yes

Executive Fleet Solutions

FlagshipFlagshipStrong

Diplomatic & Government

FlagshipFlagshipAvailable

Cash-in-Transit

FlagshipNot OfferedNot Offered

Global Availability

Delivery & support network

100+ countries50+ countries50+ countries

Best For

  • Government & Diplomatic Fleet
  • Cash-in-Transit
  • North American Platforms
  • High-Volume Export
  • Corporate Fleet
  • Multi-platform Executives
  • Diplomatic & Motorcade Fleet
  • Off-road & Expedition
  • Covert Protection
  • VR9 Presidential Vehicles
  • Ultra-Luxury Bespoke Commissions
  • Iconic Design (King Kong G63)
  • EV Platform Armouring
  • Maybach & Sprinter VIP Mobility
  • Royal & UHNW Principals

Starting Price

From USD $180,000From USD $200,000From €280,000

Typical Lead Time

8 – 20 weeks8 – 16 weeks10 – 22 weeks

Key Strengths

  • World's largest armoured vehicle exporter by volume
  • B6+ Land Cruiser 300 — preferred across 100+ countries
  • Full Cash-in-Transit programme for financial institutions
  • Government fleet & motorcade specialists
  • Competitive lead times from 8 weeks
  • Widest platform diversity: 13 vehicles across 5 collections
  • Factory VR9 Mercedes S 680 Guard (presidential allocation)
  • Expedition Command G63 — 1,400 km range, satellite & medical
  • Dubai regional delivery hub for Gulf operations
  • Preferred by NATO-aligned diplomatic fleets
  • World-famous King Kong G63 — VR9 widebody icon
  • Only certified armourer with a production EV programme (EQS VR6)
  • Klassen interior programme exceeds OEM: starlight ceilings, 4K entertainment
  • Maybach S-Class VR6 — the most prestigious covert sedan in existence
  • 30 years of Mercedes-Benz engineering depth — no system compromised

Consider Others If…

Scenarios where this manufacturer may not be the best fit

  • Ultra-luxury bespoke interiors
  • EV platform armouring
  • Mercedes-exclusive programmes
  • Cash-in-Transit requirements
  • EV platform armouring
  • Bespoke luxury interior programmes
  • Cash-in-Transit requirements
  • Non-Mercedes platforms
  • High-volume government export

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Flagship— Primary specialisation
Strong— Well-supported
Available— Offered, not primary focus
Not Offered— Outside scope

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Best For

Government & Diplomatic Fleet

INKASRecommended

Flag-carrier spec, motorcade integration, 100+ country support network

Best For

Cash-in-Transit / Financial Institution

INKASRecommended

Only manufacturer with a dedicated CIT programme deployed in 50+ countries

Best For

Ultra-Luxury Bespoke Interiors

KlassenRecommended

Above-OEM Nappa leather, starlight ceilings, 4K suites — no peer in the market

Best For

Multi-Platform Executive Fleet

WELPRecommended

13 platforms across 5 collections — broadest vehicle diversity in the catalogue

Best For

Iconic Armoured SUV (Brand Statement)

KlassenRecommended

The King Kong G63 VR9 widebody is the world's most recognised armoured vehicle

Best For

Electric Vehicle Protection (EQS)

KlassenRecommended

World's only production-ready certified armoured EV programme

Best For

Diplomatic Motorcade / VR9 Presidential

WELPRecommended

Factory Mercedes S 680 Guard VR9 — the only OEM-sourced presidential specification

Best For

Off-Grid / Expedition / High-Threat Terrain

WELPRecommended

Expedition Command G63 Overland: 1,400 km range, satellite, medical bay

Best For

VIP Van / Private-Jet Ground Transport

KlassenRecommended

Sprinter VIP VR6 — starlight ceiling, captain's chairs, sealed passenger cell

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