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.
3.7 billion rubles are allocated for the creation of the Cortege project. An assembly site for limousines for the first persons of the state is already located in Moscow. 
"Cortege" will be mass-produced - at least 5000 units per year and will be sold even to private individuals. 
Naturally, in machines of this level - an armored capsule, communication and special communications systems, multimedia systems, means of protection against listening and intercepting communications, evacuation systems, electronic and power defense. Tires that work even after heavy shelling, a system of discs on which a limousine can ride without tires, a special gas tank. 
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. 
In the meantime, we have to shrug our shoulders with regret: yes, most of the leaders of the leading world powers move around in cars made in their countries - the President of China, the presidents of the United States and France, the prime ministers of Great Britain, Japan and Italy, the German chancellor, although in favor with Angela Merkel not a Mercedes, but an Audi.
Are there tanks, are the cars tight?
Armored "ZIL 41052" Boris Yeltsin changed to the German Mercedes in 1994. The ZIL, developed in the late 70s, although it was updated, was morally obsolete by 1990. Its armored capsule of a unique design can even withstand the explosion of a hand grenade placed, for example, on the roof. But in terms of engine power and speed with modern cars"ZIL" could no longer compete. They say that Garage specialists special purpose(GON) offered the choice of the first president of Russia several foreign cars, Yeltsin opted for a Mercedes. But, by the way, this was not the first armored representative of the German car industry in the GON. General Secretary Leonid Brezhnev famous for his love for good cars, they were a frequent gift to the Soviet leadership (read - personally to Brezhnev from foreign colleagues). Some of them were also used to meet foreign delegations. For example, the armored six hundredth Merc in a modification that was produced from 1963 to 1981.
Meanwhile, almost until the end of the life of a foreign car domestic cars preferred and Joseph Stalin. Most of all he liked the American "Packard". There were several armored vehicles this brand. However, in the absence of their own car industry, the tsar also traveled on foreign cars Nicholas II, and the first head of the Soviet state, Vladimir Lenin. First - on what was inherited from the king, later they began to purposefully buy cars abroad. For example, at the beginning of 1937, the Special Purpose Garage had 9 Rolls-Royces, 6 Cadillacs (it's funny that at that time their name was pronounced Cadillac), 10 Packards, 5 Lincolns, 1 " Plymouth, 1 Dodge, 8 Fords. From the domestic - only three trucks: 2 "GAZ" and 1 "ZIS" (produced by the Moscow plant named after Stalin, later - the plant named after Likhachev, ZIL).
the first domestic car executive class in the USSR they made a ZIS in 1936 - "ZIS 101". Some parts for it were purchased in the West. But in 1945, it turned out, one might say, almost completely domestic limousine - a seven-seater ZIS 110. On its armored version - "ZIS 115" - Stalin also moved.
The armor of the ZIL was strong, but in the early 90s the car did not answer everyone modern requirements. Photo: AiF / Valery Khristoforov
Were able to make machines
A real leap into domestic automotive industry became the ZIL 111 limousine, which went into series in 1958. Plus "GAZ 13" - "Seagull" for the regional leadership. It is interesting that, as before, luxurious ZISs, as new cars arrived, began to be transferred to the national economy and used as ambulances and fixed-route taxis. Some cars that had served their time in the GON were transferred to other departments later. Then the cars were bought and restored by collectors. By the way, many rare cars from the special garage today can be seen at annual auto shows: Stalin's armored ZIS 115, various ZILs and Seagulls, the green Mercedes SUV, in which B. Yeltsin was taken hunting, etc. One of the interesting exhibits is the ZIL 111G, which in 1969 came under fire at the Borovitsky Gate. The bullets were intended for Brezhnev, but the criminal dressed in police uniform Victor Ilyin did not know that Brezhnev's car was not in the convoy. With two hands from pistols, he shot the car with the astronauts, whom they met that day. The driver of the car died, the motorcyclist of the motorcade of honor, who directed the motorcycle at the terrorist, was injured. No one else, fortunately, was hurt. The damaged body parts of that ZIL were immediately replaced, but now it is clear that in vain: at exhibitions, such a “wounded” car would attract special attention.
What's in the new tuple?
The decision that the country needs to make its own executive class car again was made in 2013. Actually, it was just in time: the Kremlin is now at great risk with the Mercy. If Western sanctions are tightened, they may stop selling us armored limousines under the guise of a ban on the supply of weapons. And unlike armored cars for the army, we ourselves do not make similar cars for the “citizen”.
Meanwhile, the designers were given the task not to limit themselves to a limousine for the first persons of the state, but to make a platform on which it would be possible to put and different power engines, and different bodies- executive class sedan, SUV and minibus. As told recently Minister of Industry and Trade Denis Manturov, the cars will go on sale. .
The sedan and limousine are already being tested and crash tested. Soon the turn will reach the minibus with a jeep. Machine design can still endure minor changes, but in in general terms already clear. “It is clear that the car was a success,” a source in the Ministry of Industry and Trade told AiF. “In appearance, it was possible to maintain continuity with ZIL and give a reference to the aristocratic features of Rolls-Royce, primarily due to the vertical grille. Among other things, such a grating more effectively directs the oncoming air flow to cool the engine radiator. The engine itself, like some other components, was developed with the help of German engineers. But everything will be produced in Russia. There is nothing shameful in this: for the same ZISs, at first foreign ideas and entire units were also used ... "By the way, ground clearance the new limousine will be slightly larger than the current German one. Is it not to avoid embarrassment, like with a limousine Barack Obama in 2011? "The Beast" - such a nickname for this car - then hung on the "belly" at the gates of the American embassy in Ireland, it seems, having also broken the hydraulic hoses. The immobilized "speed bump" car was bashfully blocked from onlookers by a minibus, and the US President was forced to leave in a second limousine through another gate ... Now it is clear why we have an empty motorcade driven along the route before the president's visit. “In any case, an armored limousine is larger than an ordinary passenger car and 3-4 times heavier,” a source in the Federal Security Service explains to AiF. “Therefore, everything needs to be checked to avoid unpleasant surprises in the form of any bumps in the road or an unreliable hatch.” By the way, for the "secret service" that protects the American president, there is another comical story: in Israel american limousine stalled in the middle of the road - allegedly, instead of gasoline, it was filled with diesel fuel.
The Special Purpose Garage claims that they have never had anything like this in the entire 95-year history of GON. And they are preparing to "adopt" a new Russian limousine for the head of state
Project "Cortege" declassified December 22nd, 2015
At the inauguration of the President of Russia, who will be elected in 2018, citizens will see the new superlimousine of the head of state. It became known how it will look and how it will become better than Obama's "megacadillac". Now the Russian leader will ride not on a special version of the Mercedes "Pulman", but on a Russian-made limousine - the so-called "Project Cortege", the most secure, armored, equipped with all types of communications.
As the media found out, the creation of the project "Cortege" funding has been preserved, 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...
The head of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, Denis Manturov, has recently admitted that budget funding "was not frozen." “I don’t remember what name it goes under (a line in the budget - ed.), But we haven’t frozen anything - 3.7 billion rubles, as planned, it is. All plans remain not only in force, they are being implemented”
, he said. Moreover, the prototype, which will not be shown to anyone to maintain intrigue and secrecy, will be ready in January 2016.
“We should ship the first pre-production batch to the FSO at the end of 2017, respectively, you will see it at the inauguration,” the minister shared, referring to the inauguration of the Russian president after the elections in 2018.
“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 horsepower "
- 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).
“The Russian government in July 2013 banned state and municipal procurement foreign-made cars,” the publications said, explaining that we are not talking about Russian complete or “screwdriver” assemblies of foreign cars. True, for top managers, all machines, their components, assemblies and the smallest details are checked by the FSO and the FSB for "bookmarks" and vulnerabilities.
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 ZIS-115 limousine can be considered quite successful: on the one hand, its motives are unmistakably recognizable in the prototype of the Cortege project, on the other hand, they do not have a single exterior detail similar in shape,” the media share, analyzing the leaked data about the project "Cortege".
“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 car is assembled by special order. but it is known that the car has special tires that allow you to continue moving despite punctures. 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 withstand a gas attack, hidden loopholes, compartments for storing a variety of 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 "car occupants can survive a small nuclear explosion, but at a certain distance."
“It will be power, grandeur, strength, technology and safety - probably, these words can describe the head limousine of the Cortege,” one of the participants in the development of the Cortege project shared with Politonline.ru, adding - any more detailed description is a violation of state secrets.
“The Federal Security Service and the GON should receive cars of the Cortege project in advance for their development, for training all drivers, security - each presidential limousine or minibus has its own dynamics, acceleration, weight, skid, behavior on the road. It is necessary to take into account every moment for a comfortable and safe passage of the tracks, in case of an emergency, and so on,” he explained. “Of course, it is possible that someone will “merge” in the media the appearance of the “Cortege” project in 2016, this will appear in the media and will be discussed - but no one will definitely recognize the “stuffing”.
"Cortege" is an unofficial designation for a specially designed executive VIP-class car for the movement of the country's leaders. Officially, this project is called "United modular platform". The development of the project began in 2012 by the Federal State Unitary Enterprise "NAMI" and consists in the design, creation and production of premium passenger cars for the country's top officials, as well as escort vehicles of a minivan, sedan, SUV.
Release of the first executive limousine Putin is scheduled for 2018 for the inauguration of the president. In the future, serial production of VIP-class cars of this project is planned. Currently, the project is being implemented in accordance with the approved schedule, however, the design of the off-road vehicle has been suspended.
WITH appearance presidential limousine can be found in detail in the application for approval of a patent for an industrial design registered by Rospatent. It is a form of a classic three-volume limousine with enough long body for a comfortable stay inside.
The high status of the car is emphasized by the classic limousine look with a long hood, strongly protruding stamping lines of which turn into a large radiator grille, a gilded coat of arms of the country mounted on the hood. The brutality of the car is emphasized by the rectangular design of the LED head optics, as well as the unusually located, parallel to the side lines of the radiator grille, running lights.
The side of the car stands out smooth transition roof lines to luggage compartment, a long light molding consisting of three horizontal guides and a chrome trim around the perimeter of all side windows. In the rear, the combination lamps, which are original in appearance, have a narrowed shape and pass to the wings, stand out. Massive bumper, at the bottom of which wide chrome-plated diffuser holes are mounted exhaust pipes, emphasizes the solid and powerful image of the car.
The interior of the limousine stands out for its exquisite design with a combination of high-quality finishing materials (polished aluminum, genuine leather, carbon fiber, noble woods). The instrument panel reminds similar panel from the BMW 7 Series, and the multifunctional cross-spoke steering wheel, as well as the adjustment blocks located on the front doors, are very similar in design to those used in the design Mercedes S-class. On the center console, two colored multifunction displays allowing the driver and accompanying person to receive information about the state of a large number systems that will be equipped with a limousine.
In the rear part of the passenger compartment, four separate seats made of beige leather are mounted. These chairs are located opposite each other, while two of them have an expanded shape resembling a sofa.
Technical equipment
As power unit the presidential limousine will be equipped with the most powerful engine of the Cortege line. This is a 12 cylinder petrol turbocharged engine with a capacity of 850 liters. With. All-wheel drive transmission This engine comes with a 9-speed automatic transmission. This will allow a car with a mass of 6 tons to reach speeds of up to 250 km / h, while the acceleration time to 100 km is only 7.00 seconds.
According to terms of reference limousine has the following overall dimensions(see Table 1):
Table 1
About equipping a limousine with equipment and special systems little is known so far, but the following can already be noted:
- multisystem developed by Harman Connected Services;
- U-shin has developed a door locking device, door handles, led ceiling lights for rooms, various switches.
In addition, all seats will have big choice electric adjustments, as well as be equipped with heating, ventilation, and partly with memory and a massage function.
More complete, as far as possible, information about the equipment of Putin's presidential limousine will be known by the start of its production in 2018.
Production and sales
The first batch of motor vehicles of the Cortege series in the amount of 14 vehicles will be handed over to the FSO at the end of this year. For 2019, it is planned that the production of VIP cars of this brand will be up to 1000 units per year. The price will start from 12 million rubles.
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Once it comes down to it, many of us are faced with the difficulty of choosing. We all want to acquire a stylish, reliable, high-quality, passable, and of course safe car. In addition, we must choose the equipment, engine, transmission, etc. for your future car. You also need to not forget about fashionable modern electronic ones. But what is surprising is that, even with a lot of money, you are unlikely to buy universal car which will fully meet your tastes and needs. But in the world, nevertheless, there is a category of cars that belong. We are talking about cars created for the Presidents, Sheikhs and other high officials of the state. Here are 20 of the most amazing and expensive Presidential cars. So get ready to be jealous.
Many Presidential cars have almost everything. In such cars, the highest officials of the state can feel at home. They also have wine bars, refrigerators, media centers, special communications, special protection, and much more.
20. Kenya - Mercedes-Benz Pullman S600 $50,000
Surely when you think about Kenya, you do not associate this country with super expensive cars. But get ready to be surprised. The Kenyan government and the Presidential fleet love armored cars. These cars are driven by the elite of the country. The limousine is equipped with a 6.3 liter V8 engine, dual wishbones suspension, and other modern comfort and safety systems. Max speed is 220 km/h. The Government of Kenya fleet has both short wheelbase and long wheelbase versions.
19. Italy - Lancia Thesis $65,709
Someone may not agree that when it comes to executive cars, Italy is not able to offer something worthwhile to the global car market. But it's not. For example, if you want reliable car, which is able to protect you from any problems, that is, amazing, capable of accelerating to 222 km / h. This armored car has internet connection, refrigerator, mini bar, fax machine, DVD player, plush comfortable leather chairs and everything necessary systems security. It is also important that such a car can be purchased not only by the garage of the President or the security services of high officials in Italy, but also by anyone. For example, the Prime Minister of Italy drove this car (pictured). But in 2014 the car was sold to a private person.
18. Japan - Toyota Century Royal $85,500
The Japanese government tries not to use cars from other countries. When it comes to the safety of the highest officials of the state, they most often use the Toyota Century Royal. This vehicle is equipped with armored glass and many other options. This machine, despite its weight, is able to drive at maximum speed, thanks to the V12 48-valve engine. Century Royal is a dream for those who are used to riding back seat. This machine is used by government officials of the Japanese executive branch, as well as some members of the Yakuza.
17. Singapore - Mercedes-Benz S350L $85,995
Singapore is one of the few places in the world where a huge number of the most on the planet is concentrated. This country of luxury and elite. The state apparatus, which travels by car, does not disappoint either. upper class. For example, the President of Singapore has a 2010 Mercedes-Benz S350L in his fleet. The car, before entering the Presidential garage, passed deep modernization. For example, the car received a manual (mounted on the steering wheel), Night View Assist night vision system, collision warning sensors, and many new body elements. In addition, the car received high-quality armor that is ready to handle various types attacks, daytime running led lights and new bi-xenon headlights.
16. Uzbekistan - Range Rover Supercharged $103,195
The head of Uzbekistan for his safe movement in the country I ordered an armored one. This machine, thanks to its design, can move on any type of terrain without causing discomfort to an important person. This is possible thanks to the unique suspension. Inside, the car has a soft, elegant and luxurious interior. Long wheelbase and extended front arches allows the driver not to worry about bad road. Also, thanks to strong armor, the highest person of Uzbekistan is always completely safe while the car is moving.
15. Morocco - Mercedes 600 Pullman $120,384
In Morocco, King Hassan II ordered a king for himself automotive safety: Mercedes Pullman 600. This limousine impresses not only with its security systems and technical specifications, but also impresses with its luxurious appearance. The car is equipped with a 6.3 liter V8 engine with mechanical system Bosch fuel injection and overhead camshafts. The car is also equipped with high-tech, with the help of which the car seats are adjusted, doors and windows open. Level armor protection fully consistent with the fact that this car was worthy of transporting the Royal family.
14. South Korea - Hyundai Equus VL500 (550) $122,180
South Korea has dangerous neighbors in the North. So the cars of the highest officials of the state must guarantee safety, in case they want to throw something explosive on their neighbors. IN South Korea did not begin to purchase the Presidential car abroad, but ordered an armored car from the company. Eventually Hyundai has created a unique armored limousine that is ready to guard the life of the South Korean leader. It is worth noting that this is the first armored vehicle that was produced in South Korea. This machine answers all modern systems security.
For example, the Hyundai Equus VL500 is able to withstand an explosion of 15 kilograms of TNT. This car is a mammoth compared to the size of Hyundai's main fleet. Hyundai Equus VL500 was used at the G20 summit in South Korea. Initially, the car was built personally for the President of South Korea Cheongwadae.
13. Norway - Binz Limousine $128,351
This limousine is based on a Mercedes-Benz car by special order King Harald V. This car is ideal for long car trips, equipped with entertainment systems for business and leisure. Also, the armored vehicle is equipped with various systems exhaust cleaning machines. This means that the Norwegians can admire their King, who is so sensitive about his views on ecology.
12. Brunei - Rolls Royce Phantom VI $148,645
But for now, our leader feels safe in German car. This Mercedes is made to order. Steering wheel machine has a symbol of a double-headed eagle in a gold frame. This machine is equipped with the highest level of armor protection in the world for cars. approximate cost similar machine 251 thousand dollars. It was his favorite car (pictured). This machine is currently not in use.
7. Malaysia - Maybach 62 $394,000
Now let's move back to Asia in order to see what the country's top officials ride. in front of you. In addition to all the necessary security features, this luxury car has a picnic table, Newest technologies, and many luxury items. As you already understood, only a few can afford to have such a car. In Malaysia, not many people will be able to spend 400 thousand dollars on this masterpiece of automotive art.
6. UK - Jaguar XJ Sentinel $455,025
Jaguar XJ Sentinel, it's official car Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. was created to order and equipped with a turbocharged 5.0 liter V8 engine. Unfortunately, many technical details vehicles are classified. It is known for sure that the body of the car is made of titanium, Kevlar and steel plates. Also, the car is equipped with polycarbonate windows that can withstand bullets. There are also oxygen tanks in the car in case of emergency. So the car is able to withstand a gas attack. Inside the Jaguar XJ Sentinel has a night vision device, TV high resolution, high-quality sound system, special communication for holding a conference right on the move.
5. Thailand - Maybach 62 Limousine $500,000
King of Thailand Bhumibol Adulyadej and his The Royal Family chooses only the best. Especially when it comes to them official cars. That is why they chose the Maybach 62 Limousine. The car is equipped with a V12 engine and luxurious roomy interior. The car is also equipped with entertainment systems, a DVD and CD player, a refrigerator, a wine cabinet, as well as the most fashionable. So if you have $500,000, then you can check out what it's like to feel like a King while driving in a Maybach 62 Limousine.
4. Vatican - Mercedes-Benz M-Class $524,990
Which meets the most stringent modern security systems. This machine is based on Mercedes ML-class. By the way, it is very strange why the head of the Catholic Church, declaring that during his lifetime everyone should live modestly, moves in a popemobile worth half a million US dollars.
3. China - Hongqi Limousine $801,624
Hongqi means "red flag", which is not surprising in a communist country. Here are some details about this limousine: 8-speed automatic transmission gears, four turbines mounted on a 381 hp V8 engine. (torque 530 Nm). This car is capable of accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 8 seconds. The maximum speed is 220 km/h. Due to the fact that this machine began to be used by many officials for business trips in the country, this model has become in China a luxury item that all wealthy people definitely want to have in their garage.
2. USA - Cadillac One $1,500,000
It's official state car USA. The machine is manufactured by . United States use Presidential cars for 80 years. The President's current vehicle is an armored Cadillac ready to defend America's leader. The car of the President of the United States in addition to all required options for this class Vehicle has a cache of blood, which is of the same group and parameters as the current President. The machine also has an oxygen tank in case emergency. For safe night driving, the vehicle is also equipped with a high-quality military night vision device.
1. Car of the Queen of England - Bentley State Limousine $15,167,500
If you think that the Queen of England is too old and does not follow luxury and fashion, then you are mistaken. She would never settle for shabby chic. The same applies to cars. That is why the leader of England moves to the State Limousine worth 15 million dollars. This super-expensive car is equipped with everything a royal might need. This machine was created in honor of the 50th anniversary car brand. As the British leader is aging, the Bentley State Limousine's doors are custom-designed to open 90 degrees. And of course, armor and other security systems protect Queen Elizabeth II from the encroachments of ill-wishers.
