Ground Vehicle Computer

The Galleon Ground Vehicle Computer (GVC) is a rugged, high-performance computing solution purpose-built for military and industrial vehicle platforms. Designed to meet strict SWaP requirements and survive the harshest environments, the GVC delivers secure data storage, flexible I/O, and powerful Intel® Xeon® processing in a compact, passive air-cooled design.

Ideal for combat management, C4ISR, and vetronics systems, it ensures reliable performance with full compliance to MIL-STD and IP66 standards.

Highly Versatile | Rugged | Mission-Ready Processing for Ground and Naval Systems

The Galleon Ground Vehicle Computer (GVC) is a rugged, compact, and high-performance computing platform purpose-built for in-vehicle and military applications. Designed to thrive in harsh conditions, it delivers secure, reliable processing for C4ISR, combat management, and vetronics systems. Metromatics is proud to provide local sales, service, and support in Australia.

Applications

The GVC is ideal for:

  • Military Ground Vehicles
  • Naval Combat Systems
  • Combat Management & Battle Management Systems
  • C4ISR Platforms
  • Vetronics Applications
  • Industrial Automation
  • Mass Transportation Networks

Key Benefits

  • SWaP-Optimised: Designed for confined spaces in vehicle environments
  • Secure Data Handling: Removable storage with multi-layer encryption
  • High Computing Power: Latest Intel® Xeon-E processors
  • Flexible Architecture: Wide I/O options and scalability
  • Maintenance-Free Operation: Reliable long-term performance
  • Fully Rugged Design: IP66 rated, MIL-STD qualified

Key Features

  • Rugged passive air-cooled enclosure
  • Latest-generation Intel® Xeon-E CPU options
  • Up to 32GB ECC SDRAM (expandable in some models)
  • Up to 40TB of removable solid-state storage
  • AES-256 encryption with FIPS 140-2 compliance (optional)
  • Designed and tested to MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1275, and IP66

I/O & Interfaces

  • 7x Gigabit Ethernet Ports
  • 2x USB 3.0, 6x USB 2.0
  • RS-232, RS-422, GPIO, Audio I/O
  • 2x DVI-D, 1x VGA
  • 1x CAN Bus Interface
  • 1x Wide Range Power Input

Data Security

  • Removable SSD with fast and secure data offload
  • AES 256-bit encryption (optional)
  • FIPS 140-2 certified encryption inside
  • Designed for sensitive military and tactical operations

Environmental & Mechanical Specs

  • Operating Temp:
    • 0°C to +50°C (Standard)
    • -40°C to +65°C (Extended)
  • Shock/Vibration: MIL-STD-810
  • EMI/RFI Protection: MIL-STD-461
  • Ingress Protection: IP66 Waterproof
  • Humidity: Up to 100%, condensing
  • Sand, Dust, Fungus Protection: MIL-STD-810

Dimensions & Power

  • Size: 300 x 225 x 100 mm (11.8 x 8.6 x 3.9″)
  • Weight: TBD (depending on configuration)
  • Power Consumption:
    • Idle: 40W
  • Power Supply: 12–40V DC (wide input range, MIL-STD-1275 compliant)

Operating Systems Supported

  • Linux
  • Windows

Why Choose Metromatics?

As Galleon’s official distributor in Australia, Metromatics provides:

  • Expert local sales and engineering support
  • Onshore servicing and technical assistance
  • Product customisation guidance for vehicle and defence integration

Contact us today to discuss your in-vehicle computing requirements and see how the GVC can be tailored for your mission-critical applications.

Galleon Embedded Computers, part of the Spectra Aerospace and Defense family alongside Calculex and Argon FDS, delivers rugged data acquisition, storage, computing, and display solutions for demanding military platforms. Metromatics is the authorised Australian distributor, providing local sales, service, and support to ensure mission success.

Ground Vehicle Computer – Ultra Rugged – Galleon Embedded Computing

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