The Armored Group (TAG)

What The Armored Group (TAG) does

The Armored Group, LLC (TAG) is a privately held US manufacturer founded in 2004 that builds customized armored vehicles for commercial, government, military, law enforcement, and high-net-worth individual buyers. Its product portfolio spans armored trucks, vans, SUVs, cash-in-transit (CIT) vehicles, SWAT vehicles, military vehicles, mobile ATM and check-cashing vehicles, bullion trucks, prisoner transport vehicles, and rapid deployment vehicles, armored on platforms from Ford, Chevrolet, GM, Toyota, BMW, Audi, Cadillac, Mercedes, Land Rover, and others. The company manufactures and converts vehicles at 7 plants across the USA (Michigan, North Carolina), Canada (Toronto), UAE (Ras Al Khaimah), Germany (Stadthagen), India (Vijayawada), Jordan (Amman), and Oman, and operates 14 US service and repair locations.

TAG's core technology centers on MIL-A-46100D and MIL-A-46177B certified armor plate, tested at Aberdeen Proving Grounds and validated to Underwriters Laboratory and National Institute of Justice standards, combined with Kevlar (DuPont), Spectra (Allied Signal), and proprietary glass-clad polycarbonate ballistic glass. Three armor material options (stainless steel with virtual lifetime remountable bodies, aluminum for higher payloads, and galvanneal for cost-sensitive buyers) let customers spec protection to threat level and budget. Right-hand drive conversions are offered from the Detroit facility.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time custom-build sales priced by quote after direct consultation, supplemented by recurring service and repair revenue across the 14 US locations. The go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales with international shipping and in-house customs expertise. The company is veteran-owned, a member of the Independent Armored Car Operators Association (I.A.C.O.A.), and counts Brinks, Loomis, Dunbar Armored, KBR, Lockheed Martin, DynCorp, the US Army, US Air Force, DOD, DOS, and the United Nations among its named customers.

Name

The Armored Group (TAG)

Legal name

The Armored Group, LLC

Website

https://armored-trucks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Armored Group (TAG) is a US-based, veteran-owned manufacturer founded in 2004 that custom-builds armored trucks, vans, SUVs, and cash-in-transit vehicles at 7 global plants for government, military, law enforcement, CIT operators, and private clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Armored Vehicle Manufacturing

NAICS

Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing (336992), Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing (336211)

SIC

Miscellaneous Transportation Equipment (3790), Truck & Bus Bodies (3713)

akta.pro primary industry

Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicles (Light/Medium/Heavy) (IMABAJAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Military & Tactical Off-Highway Vehicles (Armored, Tactical Mobility) (IMAHAIAJ), Turrets, Remote Weapon Stations (RWS) & Armament Integration (IMABAJAI)

Keywords

• Armored vehicle manufacturing
• Cash-in-transit vehicles
• Ballistic vehicle protection
• Military armored trucks
• Armored SUV manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Detroit

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices18 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Armored Vehicle Sales: One-time sale of custom armored vehicles (trucks, vans, SUVs) built to customer specifications. Both new and pre-owned vehicles available. Revenue generated from vehicle manufacturing and customization.
2. Vehicle Service and Repair: 14 U.S. locations provide service and repair for armored vehicles. Ongoing revenue from maintenance and repair services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Armored Group (TAG) manufactures and sells customized armored vehicles, including armored trucks, vans, SUVs, cash-in-transit (CIT) vehicles, SWAT vehicles, and military vehicles. Vehicles are custom-designed after personal consultation with customers and built to exact specifications using certified armor materials (stainless steel, aluminum, galvanneal) and glass-clad polycarbonate ballistic glass. The company also provides right-hand drive conversions and post-sale service/repair across a global network.

Product overview

The Armored Group (TAG) is a 20-year global manufacturer of customized armored transports providing a comprehensive product portfolio of security vehicles. The core offerings include Armored Trucks (Ford, Chevrolet, GM, Toyota models), Armored Vans, Cash In Transit (CIT) Vehicles, Armored SUVs (luxury brands), SWAT Vehicles, Military Vehicles, and Armored Cars. Supporting products include Mobile ATM Vehicles, Mobile Check Cashing Vehicles, Prisoner Transport Vehicles, Bullion Trucks, and Rapid Deployment Vehicles. All vehicles are customized to customer specifications using various armor materials (stainless steel, aluminum, galvanneal) and can be built with right-hand drive conversions. The company operates manufacturing facilities in Michigan, North Carolina (USA), UAE, Canada, Germany, India, Jordan, and Oman.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Armored Trucks Custom armored trucks built from Ford (F-150, F-550, E-350, Transit), Chevrolet (Express 3500), GM (Canyon, 3500), and Toyota (Tacoma) chassis, designed for maximum security and protection across commercial, government, and private applications.
• Armored Vans Armored vans providing secure transportation for valuables, personnel, and cargo with customizable ballistic protection levels for cash-in-transit operators and security fleets.
• Cash In Transit (CIT) Vehicles Specialized armored vehicles designed for the secure transport of cash and valuables between financial institutions and businesses, with customized floor plans, bulkheads, currency bins, lockers, and drop safes.
• Armored SUVs Luxury armored sport utility vehicles based on Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban, Hummer H2, BMW X5, Audi Q7, GMC Yukon Denali, Lexus LX 570, Ford Expedition, Mercedes G550, Toyota Land Cruiser, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Land Rover, and Range Rover, used for executive and personal protection.
• SWAT Vehicles Tactical armored SWAT vehicles including police trucks, armored tactical vehicles, and custom fighting vehicles for law enforcement and security operations.
• Military Vehicles Armored military transport vehicles built to withstand combat and high-threat environments for defense forces and government agencies.
• Commercial Armored Vehicles Fully customizable commercial armored vehicles for banking, security, and tactical applications, including armored bank trucks, security vans, tactical/SWAT trucks, and prisoner transport vehicles.
• Armored Cars Bulletproof armored cars for transport, prisoner transport, money transport, and tactical security operations.
• Armored Toyota Trucks Bulletproof Toyota trucks including Tacoma and Hilux Vigo models armored to customer specifications with state-of-the-art technology.
• Right Hand Drive Conversions Right hand drive conversions available on all makes and models, performed at the company's manufacturing facility in Detroit for international markets requiring left-hand-traffic-compatible vehicles.
• Armored Vehicle Service and Repair Service and repair for armored vehicles provided through 14 locations across the United States, supporting fleet uptime and ongoing maintenance for cash-in-transit and government operators.

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Independent Armored Car Operators Association (I.A.C.O.A.)minorOthersThe Armored Group is a member of I.A.C.O.A., an industry association for independent armored car operators. This membership provides networking opportunities and industry credibility within the armored transport sector.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• INKAS Armored Vehicle Manufacturing: Canadian-based manufacturer of custom armored SUVs, sedans, trucks, and vans for executive, government, and CIT use. Closely comparable to TAG across product line, chassis customization approach, and global B2B/B2G sales motion.
• Alpine Armoring: U.S.-based armored vehicle manufacturer producing armored SUVs, sedans, trucks, and vans with similar multi-chassis (Ford, GM, Toyota) and luxury brand coverage. Directly comparable on materials, certifications, and target customer segments.
• Roshel Senator Armored Vehicles: Canadian manufacturer of armored tactical and commercial vehicles including Senator MRAP-style platforms. Comparable on tactical armored manufacturing for law enforcement, military, and government clients across North America.
• Senkox Technologies (Somancho Group): Manufacturer of armored vehicles based in UAE with global distribution; directly overlaps with TAG's Middle East and African markets for executive protection and security fleets.
• Texas Armoring Corporation (TAC): San Antonio-based custom armored vehicle builder with comparable lightweight armor technology and luxury SUV armoring. Direct competitor across the executive protection and CIT segments.
• Lenco Industries: U.S. manufacturer of armored tactical vehicles including BearCat and SWAT platforms for law enforcement and military. Overlaps with TAG's tactical/SWAT vehicle lines and government customer base.
• International Armoring Corporation: Specialty armored vehicle manufacturer focused on armored SUVs, sedans, and trucks for executive protection and government use. Closely comparable on product offering, chassis variety, and customer base.

Broad incumbents

• BAE Systems Platforms & Services: Global defense prime with broad armored vehicle portfolio (Bradley, AMPV, OMCV) serving U.S. Army and allied militaries. Overlaps with TAG's defense prime and government military contracts at larger scale and program level.
• General Dynamics Land Systems: Major defense contractor producing armored combat vehicles (Stryker, Abrams variants) for global militaries. Comparable in MIL-spec armored vehicle manufacturing and government customer base, but at much larger program scale.
• Mercedes-Benz Guard / Special Vehicles: OEM factory-built armored S-Class, G-Class, and EQS vehicles. Competes with TAG's luxury SUV armoring (Mercedes G550) but as a factory-integrated offering from the OEM rather than aftermarket retrofit.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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