This car will be one of the innovations in Russian line machines for the leaders of the country.
Photos of the SUV, in which the design features of the Cortege project are guessed, have been published on the Internet. If this is true, then this car is one of the prototypes of the “presidential” line, the presentation of which is expected only next year. It will be a limousine, an SUV and a minivan.
In the photos posted by the user duble13 on Instagram, the grille and headlights characteristic of the Cortege are clearly visible. There are some similarities with luxury SUVs from Porsche. This company, as previously reported, participates in the project, but contributes to the development of engines.
Earlier, the Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation Denis Manturov reported that the first prototype car for the first persons of the state under the Cortege project was supposed to appear in January 2016, and the pre-production batch would be transferred to the Federal Security Service at the end of 2017. That is, the cars will have to appear at the presidential inauguration in 2018.
The project to create armored vehicles for the first persons of the state is being implemented by order of the Government of the Russian Federation of February 6, 2014.
The main task is to develop a modern platform, the components of which domestic automakers could include in the design own machines. Approximately 5% of the total volume of cars produced will be for special vehicles for the first persons of the state.
NAMI, being the general contractor of the EMP project (Unified modular platform), "Cortege" unveiled the final versions of two cars, a sedan and an SUV.
Some technical photos were published on the Rospatent website. The patents were issued respectively for the "Automobile" (sedan EMP-4123) and the urban off-road vehicle "Passenger off-road car" (EMP-4124).
In addition to creating expensive versions cars for sovereign husbands, . Like, our guys from NAMI, in competition with the Italians from Pininfarina, should make sketches of a new people's car, and the manufacturer from Ulyanovsk will decide whose vision is better. Crossover UAZ, if it reaches series production will also be based on the "Unified Model Platform", which in fact will make it related to prestigious cars project "Cortege".
But let's go back to the two final versions published today on the Internet. According to some Russian media, the serial appearance of the planned cars will be virtually identical to the sketches we saw today. If changes are planned, they will be small.
Recall that the Cortege project was launched four years ago. Its implementation is carried out on budgetary funds. After the development of the EMP, four different classes of cars will be built on its basis:
Sedan EMP-4123
Limousine with index EMP-412311
Armored limousine EMP-41231SB
SUV EMP-4124
Minibus EMP-4125
As well as the all-wheel drive chassis will be the same for all models.
From the currently known technical data, we can note the ongoing development of a line of engines by NAMI with Engineering (we hope our specialists will be able to adopt the culture of creating and manufacturing engines with German quality). According to preliminary data, the engines will be two types - gasoline V8 with a volume of 4.4 liters and top-end V12 with a volume of 6.6 liters and almost 860 hp.
At the inauguration of the President of Russia, who will be elected in 2018, citizens will see new super limousine heads of state. It became known how it will look and how it will become better than Obama's "megacadillac". Now Russian leader will not drive a special version of the Mercedes "Pulman", but a limousine Russian production- the so-called "Project Cortege", the most protected, armored, equipped with all types of communications.
As the media found out, funding for the creation of the Cortege project has been saved, in which 3.7 billion rubles are allocated from the state budget alone. An assembly site for limousines for the first persons of the state is already located in Moscow.
Here's what it will look like...
“Until now, it is not known exactly what displacement the engine will have - 6.0 liters or 6.6 liters. But the power this motor should be within 800 Horse power", - the press has already written. Journalists added that there are other cars in the project - "a sedan, an SUV and a minibus", which will receive turbo engines "with a smaller displacement."
By the way, the SUV and sedan from the Cortege project will be mass-produced - at least 5,000 units per year and will be sold even to private (of course, very wealthy) individuals. It is clear that private cars of the "Cortege" series will not be equipped with "presidential" armor and special communications (unless, of course, they are purchased at state auctions for the leadership of government bodies).
Experts, including world experts in the automotive industry, already recognize that the Kortezh brand (or “car like a president”) will be very popular with wealthy businessmen and government officials. However, this is not about a commercial project - after all, for the first time since the Soviet era, Russia will have its own supercar, which the head of state will drive - and his escort cars.
“As you know, the Cortege project includes the development of a limousine for the President of the Russian Federation, support vehicles in the bodies of SUVs and minibuses for accompanying persons,” experts confirm.
“The styling of the Stalinist limousine ZIS-115 can be considered quite successful: on the one hand, its motives are unmistakably recognizable in the prototype for the Cortege project, on the other hand, they do not have a single exterior detail similar in shape”
“Naturally, in machines of this level there is an armored capsule, communication and special communications systems, multimedia systems, means of protection against listening and intercepting communications, evacuation systems, electronic and power defense, as well as all kinds of special “gadgets”. Tires that work even after heavy shelling, a system of disks on which a limousine can drive without tires, a special gas tank, ”a person who had a hand in creating Soviet and post-Soviet limousines for the country's leadership tells Politonline.ru.
He added that even without the territory cleared by the FSO and security vehicles, “which does not happen in reality,” those in the limousine “should be fully armed with the appearance of a hostile helicopter, drone, grenade and machine gunners.
Of course, the specifications of the Cortege project, as well as booking details presidential limousine, special communications systems and other subtleties, he did not report.
“The exact information about the design of the “armored cars” is kept in the strictest confidence. each one is made to order. but it is known that the car is equipped with special tires that allow you to continue driving despite punctures,” the experts write.
"Self-sealing fuel tank and an automatic fire extinguishing system. According to experts, the limousine has cylinders with an air supply, which will allow it to withstand a gas attack, hidden loopholes, and compartments for storing various weapons,” they add.
Some experts even report that american car the president is fine if you're having a little trouble, but ours is ready for war." They explain that "passengers can survive a small nuclear explosion, but at a certain distance."
Well, everything seems to be working. Yes, we've been talking about this for a long time. At first, I somehow could not believe it - again, another "project in the nightstand." But then they mentioned that Putin in 2018 should drive such cars at the inauguration. Then we discussed.
And yesterday it was reported that the production of a pilot pre-production batch of cars based on the Unified Modular Platform (SMP, project "Cortege") has begun.
According to the message of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, the Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation Denis Manturov visited NAMI, where he held a meeting in connection with the start of the assembly of a pilot pre-production batch of cars within the framework of the project.
At the same time, the minister expressed confidence that " latest developments which form the basis of the "Unified Modular Platform" will largely determine the future of the Russian automotive industry and its positioning on the world stage."
"On the one hand, we are creating a modern design school based on the most advanced technologies and design approaches. On the other hand, we are entering a new premium automotive segment. Separately, it should be emphasized that one of the main goals of the EMP project is the creation of competencies for the development, as well as the development of production component base"- said Manturov, whose words are given in the message.
As the Ministry of Industry and Trade told Interfax, the meeting took place on November 10, and production started at the same time.
The ministry notes that the first stage of the project provides for the creation production capacity on the basis of FSUE "NAMI", designed for a volume of 150-200 vehicles, including special versions, some of which will go on free sale in late 2018 - early 2019. New cars will be presented in sedan, limousine and minivan. The second stage involves the production of a commercial series of cars with a volume of 5,000 or more units per year "using large-scale production capacities of partner enterprises."
New cars will be presented in sedan, limousine and minivan. The second stage involves the production of a commercial series of cars with a volume of 5,000 units per year using large-scale production capacities of partner enterprises.
The cars will be equipped with 250 horsepower engines, a 650-horsepower V8 and a four-turbocharged twelve-cylinder unit capable of delivering about 850 horsepower. The car is also equipped with a nine-speed automatic transmission gears.
Earlier it was reported that the development and production of domestic cars based on a single modular platform that provides the creation vehicles for the transportation and escort of the first persons of the state, is estimated at 8.051 billion rubles. The corresponding purchase from a single supplier was placed at the end of November on the public procurement portal of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation. The contract was expected to be completed by December 31, 2016.
The project is being implemented by order of the Government of the Russian Federation dated February 6, 2014. The main task is to develop a modern platform, the components of which domestic automakers could include in the design of their own cars. Approximately 5% of the total volume of cars produced will be for special vehicles for the first persons of the state.
Manturov previously also stated that off-road vehicles on the Kortezh platform would be produced by the Sollers group at the facilities of Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant LLC (part of Sollers). In addition, the production of several lines of premium and business class cars will be organized.
But just a few days ago they showed a motorcycle of the Cortege project on the Sochi Formula 1 track
The Izh concept bike was tested on the Formula 1 track in Sochi. Motorcycle dimensions - 2900 x 940 x 1250 mm. Weight - 510 kg. Max Speed- 250 km / h. Acceleration to 100 km / h takes 3.5 seconds. boxer engine develops 150 hp and 180 Nm.
The president Russian Federation travels on special armored vehicles Mercedes brand. However, in this moment is under development new car executive class intended for trips of the first persons of the state. The so-called project "Cortege" will soon become the main means of transportation for the president.
The creators of the project "Cortege"
The official name of the "Cortege" is "Single Modular Platform". Cars of this project will be produced by Aurus brand. The name of the brand consists of two Latin words: aurum (gold) and Russia (Russia).
In the development of the project, assistance will be provided by specialists from the Russian car company"Sollers". The development itself is carried out under the control of the state scientific center Russia "Central Research Automotive Institute NAMI". Today, the NAMI center is a leading scientific company in the field of mechanical engineering. In turn, the development presidential car produced by NAMI with the support of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation.
In the fall of 2013, Decree No. 1642-r was signed, which allowed the NAMI organization to develop the project without holding a competition. FSUE "NAMI" is the only executor of the state order and the developer of a "pilot project for the development and production of domestic vehicles based on a single modular platform that ensures the creation of vehicles for the transportation of the first government officials and other persons under state protection.
When will the debut of the new car take place?
It is expected that the car will appear on public display at the inauguration ceremony of the President of the Russian Federation after the 2018 elections. The Russians will be able to see the new presidential car, which will surpass even a special car american president Barack Obama. Russian transport will have the most a high degree protection, it will be equipped with all types of communications and, of course, armored.
The main purpose of creating these cars is the transportation and escort of the head of state and other high-ranking officials. But the creators of the project are also planning to release passenger unarmored vehicles from the same series, designed for mass production. Crossovers and minivans will go on sale in a small batch of 200-300 pieces. Their release is scheduled for 2018-2019. Cars for private individuals will not be equipped with armor and special communications, like the president's car. In the future, the vehicles of the EMP project will go on sale in the markets of the Middle East and China, but it is too early to talk about the export of transport.
Vehicles will be assembled at Ulyanovsk car factory, which is engaged in the production of UAZ. Last news say that after the successful launch of the presidential car in 2018, negotiations will be held on organizing the production of minibuses of the Cortege project.
The history of the creation of the project "Cortege"
The development of the project began in 2013. It included the creation and production of premium cars intended for the head of state and other officials under state protection. The production itself was planned for 2017-2018. It is known that the budget of the project, according to the Kommersant publishing house, is estimated at 12.5 billion rubles. In 2016, 3.5 billion rubles were allocated from the state budget for the development of transport.
According to some reports, in mid-2017, the NAMI organization suspended its activities related to the development of off-road vehicles for a certain period due to a lack of Money. For this reason, it was decided to direct all available resources primarily to the creation of a presidential limousine, an escort sedan and a minivan. However, the head of the Ministry of Industry and Trade Denis Manturov denied this information about the lack of finance for the construction of cars. “I didn’t even understand who said it. All work is going according to plan,” the head of the Ministry of Industry and Trade told the press. By the way, Manturov confirmed that the President of the Russian Federation, elected in 2018, will arrive at the inauguration ceremony in a new car of the Cortege project. Manturov also clarified that until then the car would not be shown to anyone in order to keep the intrigue. In the summer of 2017, Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, the current president of Russia, tested special vehicles.
On November 20 last year, the developers announced that they had begun assembling the first 14 cars. The first batch of 16 vehicles of the project entered the Federal Security Service at the end of 2017. Among these cars were EMP-4123 sedans and EMP-412311 limousines. Retail sale of cars of the Cortege project will most likely be only in 2019. The cost of such vehicle varies from 6 to 8 million rubles.
As you know, until the 2000s, the first persons of the state moved to Soviet limousines ZIL-41047. During the reign of Vladimir Putin, the president's vehicle was replaced by a Mercedes-Benz.
Complete set and power unit of cars of the project "Cortege"
Several options available for sale. power unit created by NAMI:
- 4-cylinder engine, power 250 hp;
- 8-cylinder engine, 650 hp (together with Porsche Engineering);
- 12-cylinder engine, power 850 hp;
- 6-cylinder diesel (for SUV).
All engines will be equipped with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The organization plans to produce cars by level of equipment in five price categories:
- "Business". The closest analogue is Mercedes-Benz ML worth 2-3 million rubles (10-20 thousand cars per year);
- "Premium". The closest analogue is the Mercedes-Benz 500, GL worth 3-5 million rubles (3-5 thousand cars per year);
- "Lux". The closest analogue is Mercedes-AMG, Porsche worth 5-10 million rubles;
- "Luxury". The closest analogue is Rolls-Royce Ghost, Bentley Flying Spur worth 15-20 million rubles (500 cars per year);
- "Exclusive". The closest analogue is Bentley Continental GT costing from 20 million rubles and more (50-100 cars per year).
What are Cortege cars capable of?
Experts in this field have already recognized that the cars of the Cortege project will be in demand among businessmen and government officials, because for the first time the Russian Federation has its own supercar, one of which will be driven by the president himself.
In 2013, the government banned public procurement of foreign-made cars. IN this case it's not about Russian assemblies foreign cars. Nevertheless, for the first persons of the state, all cars, components, assemblies, and even the smallest spare parts will undergo a thorough check by security services for various vulnerabilities and “bookmarks”. These vehicles will be equipped with a special communication system, multimedia systems, means of protection against eavesdropping and interception of communications, evacuation systems and all kinds of other "gadgets". This vehicle will be on the move even after a heavy shelling of tires, thanks to a system of disks on which the limousine can move without tires. Also in the limousine will be a special self-sealing fuel tank and a fire extinguishing system, which will avoid various kinds of trouble. Inside there are oxygen tanks in case of a gas attack, compartments for storing weapons and so on.
What is inside the car of the Cortege project, and how it is protected, one of the creators of the vehicle told the head of state. This person also shared with journalists that even on the territory not cleared by the FSO, the president's car will meet rivals fully armed, namely with drones, grenade and machine gunners. However, the creator of the car did not disclose more detailed subtleties for security reasons. detailed information about armored cars is kept in strict confidence.
The style of the limousine is similar to Stalin's ZIS-115 limousine, but inside there is not a single detail similar to previous presidential cars.
According to experts, the car of the American president is able to withstand attacks, and the car Russian President even ready for war. The car is able to survive a small nuclear explosion at a certain distance. “It will be power, strength, greatness, technology and safety, and all this in one limousine,” said one of the development specialists, “But any detailed description will be considered a violation of state secrets.
According to the specialist, the Federal Security Service will receive the car of the project in advance in order to study it and master it, as well as for driver training, because all cars differ in dynamics, acceleration, behavior on the road, and so on, and you need to take into account each parameter, prepare for possible emergencies during the trip. NAMI employees do not hide the fact that a photo of a car can get on the Internet, but no one will know for sure what is inside the Cortege project in advance.
Suppliers of parts for cars "Cortege"
The developers of vehicles with the official name "Single Modular Platform" are actively selecting suppliers of parts for the project's vehicles. Contractors became known from some sources:
- production electric windows the Samara group of companies "AVTOCOM" is engaged in. This industrial group produces a huge range of spare parts for Russian factories engineering.
- Stabilizer struts front and rear suspension produced in the Chelyabinsk region by the TREK company. This organization produces suspension parts for such automotive companies as GAZ, AvtoVAZ, PSMA Rus, as well as for a number of other enterprises.
- Armored glass is manufactured by Magistral LTD, located in the Vladimir region. It is known that this company was entrusted with the production armored glass for herself main machine project "Cortege" - presidential limousine EMP-41231SB. To date, the company "Magistral LTD" is largest manufacturer glasses for armored cars throughout Russia. According to some reports, it is assumed that glass for unarmored cars will be manufactured by the Moscow company Mosavtosteklo.
- Car tires are developed at the Nizhnekamsk Tire Plant. It produces tires for both conventional and armored vehicles. As mentioned above, for the special vehicles of the president, unique impenetrable tires on high-strength discs are produced. The discs were produced at the Chelyabinsk Forging and Pressing Plant.
- FSUE NAMI ordered interior trim panels from the Samara company AI-2, which is also major supplier parts for UAZ, GAZ and AvtoVAZ.
- Steering knuckles, tie rods, hubs, suspension arms and other parts were ordered from the Belebeevsky Avtokomplekt plant.
- Leather for interior trim is produced by the Russian Leather holding. This holding recently opened a new leather production in the Moscow region, which is the largest in Europe.
- Interior heating and ventilation systems will be supplied by IPROSS, a company from Tolyatti. The company began preparing parts back in 2016.
And this is not the whole list of suppliers who prepare parts for the Cortege. Each project participant must maintain confidentiality, because NAMI has strictly forbidden its partners to disclose any information about the production of project details. It is assumed that NAMI cooperates with 130 companies for the production of various automotive parts. Thus, NAMI is the most major project Russian car industry for the last few year s.
