The KF-41 lynx truck that set off before him was accompanied by the No. 3 crew, who had just finished their rest period.
Besides the land route, you can also travel by water from Guo to Zhongfei, especially during the rainy season when transportation is inconvenient.
The heavy infantry fighting vehicle sponsored by Rheinmetall for Jihuo Defense has a combat weight several tons heavier than the T-72. Any heavy vehicle would get stuck on it, but this problem wouldn't exist if a motorized barge were used instead.
We can also deliver another batch of supplies. We'll send Lao Yi and his group off first, while Xia Yu will take the giant panda and the kangaroo crew onto the Super Bumblebee.
They arrived in Baj, a few hundred kilometers away from Bambari, the second most important town in Central Africa.
Like Bakuma in the neighboring province, Bakri also possesses a uranium mine with a capacity of tens of thousands of tons. It was discovered after the outbreak of the civil war, so unlike Bakuma, this mine was not acquired by Germany's Areva in 2008.
Due to years of civil war, Areva chose to delay the development of the Bakuma uranium mine and could not pay attention to the neighboring Baki uranium mine, thus becoming the payment for Giga's concentrated fire defense.
Based on spot uranium prices, the entire project will generate hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue. However, after deducting the cost of refining uranium octoxide (U3O8) from crude ore with an average grade of 0.3%, the mining company's profits will shrink considerably.
After calculating it this way, only one or two hundred million yuan actually ended up in their pockets.
Although the number of people is small, once equipped with a Weasel S3, the village protection team's combat effectiveness is stronger than that of the Chung Fei government forces, which only have pickup trucks and light armored vehicles.
So it still has to be the T-64B1M, but this time we have to find a different seller and buy it from Xia Yu.
The T-64B1M tank used by Jihuo Defense initially only used the new steel needles as premium ammunition, and the cartridges could be manually inserted.
"Security is also of paramount importance. Our area is close to the rainforest, and it used to be the territory of the anti-Baraka branch, so we cannot rule out the possibility that they might come out to launch a surprise attack."
Sergeant Adro, who had seamlessly transitioned from his post in the Anka Mechanized Infantry Battalion to his new post in Jihuo Defense, assured Xia Yu.
The gas turbine version of the T-80U is also a great collectible. Spending tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars would save him the trouble of disassembling and assembling it piece by piece.
However, the market is volatile. Those who invest in mining are betting that the current price is low and will rise in the future.
It's good to spread them out; they won't be noticeable if they're scattered throughout Afica.
However, the T-72B3M was too expensive, and they simply didn't have that much budget.
Small business owners with a net worth in the tens of figures don't really care about those five or six figures anymore; the time and energy saved are more important.
This time is different from the past; we're going through the proper channels.
He was temporarily transferred by his boss to the Bagi mine to be in charge of the initial mining framework construction.
With less than four months left in the year, he still has the Boko Sanctuary to deal with. Once the third phase of the project opens next year and the business is established, he will take his wife and children to Oslo.
"Don't worry, boss, I'll make sure they never leave alive."
This also reminded Xia Yu that he needed to buy some goods when he accompanied his wife back to Germany.
One T-64B1M per battalion is still a bit too few; two would be more appropriate.
Yes, the version with the double-layered fossils.
Now that Jihuo Defense has partnered with Rheinmetall, the price for direct purchases isn't expensive.
When Xiao Anka returns after graduating next July, he will become the deputy brigade commander. His original mechanized infantry battalion will be split into two, and we will need to buy a batch of vehicles from him.
Later, the turret was dismantled, and the gun barrel and autoloader were replaced together. The T-80U this time also has a specially customized autoloader, otherwise it really wouldn't fit.
However, now that we have legitimate channels for sourcing Marder vehicle bodies, what about the T-64 and BTR-80?
That very night, while staying at Meng Qiao's house, he revealed to Xia Yu the configuration of the two mechanized infantry battalions under the Anka Mechanized Infantry Brigade.
As for the crew members of this T-80U, their hometown is very interested in the vehicle and wants to upgrade it to the T-80BVM standard that Russia just announced this year.
However, the company still has too few vehicles; for now, there is only one BTR-82S and one Weasel S3.
One mine, one infantry fighting vehicle. If Xia Yu ever has 28 mines, it must have 28 second-line infantry fighting vehicle crews.
Xia Yu said to the person in charge of the Pilao Mine.
Several years have passed. Many of these people have been promoted or retired. Some of the old Anka mechanized infantrymen have taken over some of the mines, while the rest have joined the concentrated fire defense with their vehicle crews, and their income level has doubled.
That's almost 20 tanks. But now that Tungsten has stopped exporting tanks, unless it's the final improved version like the T-72B3M, Tungsten doesn't even look at the others.
Then there's the profit from the semi-finished mining business. Their uranium mine in Pilao has yielded oil and gas fields, but who knows if this Baki will yield any surprises?
"It's about 1,000 kilometers from here to Pilao. In the future, the ore from the two places can be collected and transported together. If an oil and gas field can be developed, then it can be transported to Zhade together."
"Yes, boss!"
As a result, the T-80U's automatic loader was the wrong size; the cartridge case was too long and thick to fit.
Just like Xia Yu thought, when Baba Yang got these T-80Us from Er Mao, he also complained that the accompanying ammunition was not good enough and wanted to use the drug-fueled ammunition from his hometown.
It's normal to be a little strapped for cash in the early stages of starting a business, but he didn't let his girlfriend get away with it back then; at least he paid for the materials (a donation).
This is mainly the responsibility of the village protection team. Like the mine in Pilao, Baji now also has a platoon of soldiers stationed there.
In other words, there is a shortage of 3 T-64B1M tanks in Kongluga alone, and the two armored battalions in Busa and on the border also lack tanks. Together, they need about ten tanks.
While purchasing goods, also see what good things he can find.
Xia Yu then discussed safety issues at the mine.
"I believe in your abilities, so keep up the good work!"
Xia Yu patted Adro on the shoulder as he spoke.
The diesel T-80U that my family got from Pakistan is undergoing a complete overhaul.
He was a member of the first batch of weasel vehicle crews in the Anka mechanized infantry battalion.
So where does the weasel owner get his supplies from?
Of course, it was from Russia. Alexei had been inviting Xia Yu to visit Oslo, but he had never had the time.
Of course, the active defense system that was removed from the T-80BVM needs to be added back.
The crew members driving this test tank will be sent along with the new Panda crew, rather than Pakistani compatriots who are more familiar with the diesel version of the T-80U.
The date was naturally set for February next year, just in time to spend the Chinese New Year at home before going abroad to work.
This new batch of people will have more time to learn the language than the first batch, so they should integrate faster.
However, with 3 tanks, 3 infantry, 1 self-propelled gunner, and 1 rescue team, the ground force of the concentrated fire defense finally looked somewhat like a combined company.
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“Osloth is amazing! I want to visit my grandma’s hometown.”
After inspecting the uranium mine, Xia Yu returned to Kongluga and discussed next year's plans with Liv, who excitedly recounted her visit.
"Is my brother coming with us?"
"He probably can't go; the company's business can't do without our Mongoose driver."
Xia Yu said regretfully.
With the boss gone, the company needs Hans, the all-rounder, even more. This time, only he and his wife can go with their child.
Liv could only nod in agreement. Business was the priority, and her brother should just focus on his work.
"What about time?"
"We've tentatively set the timeframe around the time of the rainy season."
Xia Yu thought for a moment and then said.
That is, during the transition from spring to summer in Oslo, at other times it is either too cold or the roads are too bad.
"I will prepare well when the time comes."
Doing detailed planning is essential, as postpartum recovery requires physical restoration; proper preparation is indeed necessary.
"It's still early. Let's pack our bags and get ready to go back to Europe. Our family's first private jet will be delivered this week."
Xia Yu said to his wife.
The waiting time wasn't long; it was the new machine orders with queue times measured in years that made people anxious and impatient.
Therefore, many people buy second-hand phones. For someone who already owns a phone with a system, a second-hand phone that is no different from a new phone is even more appealing.
After a quick setup, the mileage can be reset to zero, making it just like a brand new car.
He still needs to make some minor modifications.
"Then let's fly directly to Germany."
Liv stood up and asked.
"No, we'll stop when we pass through Zhade. I'll escort you through that section."
Zha De's MiG-29s is ready. The price of this fighter jet is equivalent to several Su-25s. It's better for the boss to deliver it to his door personally.
"I'm truly honored. If I weren't heavily pregnant and the MiG-29s didn't have a rear seat, I would love to fly directly to Germany with you."
Hearing her husband say this, Liv spoke with great emotion.
"Yes, fighter jets are a bit noisy, but they offer more freedom, and we also have aerial refueling tankers, so range isn't an issue."
The C-135FR tanker aircraft hadn't even been put into service yet, and Xia Yu was already thinking of using it for personal purposes. But he was the boss!
That's true. It's fine for a business owner to drive a sports car, but having a luxury car is also very important.
I can take a look when I go to Oslo next year. If I have the chance, I'll buy one. Once it's modified and officially put into use, Xia Yu's net worth is expected to exceed 11 figures.
There won't be any problem riding in luxury cars then.
As for the Airbus A319, Liv can use it to take care of the children. With her third child, the pressure of using the aircraft is still quite significant.
Time flew by and it was the weekend. A matte black A319CJ took off from Germany and headed towards Afica.
After flying nearly 7,000 kilometers, they successfully arrived in Goh and landed at Pointe-Noire Airport.
"Hello Mr. Sherlock, welcome to Gene Works. Thanks to the hard work of our team over the past few months, we have finally completed the modification of your beloved machine."
As they boarded the plane via the gangway, Xia Yu, arm in arm with Liv, looked up and surveyed the interior of the entire aircraft.
The French are masters of design and luxury. While there are no gold-plated pieces everywhere, the textures of the interior materials, the soft color combinations, and the lighting design are all perfectly blended together in a way that can be described as eclectic.
Yes, he likes this understated yet luxurious feel.
Although Xia Yu became rich quickly, he was clearly not a nouveau riche.
He only competed in terms of caliber, rate of fire, and power. He was particular about food, but not extravagant in other aspects.
So this feeling is just right. It was worth spending an afternoon chatting with that designer named Gene. Philip's recommendation was indeed correct.
But while listening to the studio representative explain some of the aircraft's design, Xia Yu was distracted and opened the system.
[Project: A319]
Completeness: 99.1% (Ready for repair)
The difference of 0.9% represents the mechanical wear and tear accumulated over many years of an aircraft.
It's fine to prepare it to 99.5%; making it too new is actually not good.
However, today's focus is not on preparations, but on installing the ejection cockpit.
After confirming that there were no eavesdropping or surveillance devices on the entire machine, Xia Yu let the representative talk to Liv, while he walked through the middle of the living room to the master bedroom at the back.
Of course, a private jet arranged for a wife and child must have a bed. Next to a small double bed in the master bedroom, there is also an airline-style crib.
Continuing on, we entered the master bedroom's bathroom. Gene thoughtfully separated the wet and dry areas, providing access to the toilet, shower, brush teeth, and wash face.
There's no shower in the living room bathroom, but that's not the main point.
The key point is that Xia Yu's right hand was pressed against the mirror.
"Beep beep beep"
As the notification sounded, the bulkhead behind Xia Yu opened up and down, revealing the stern section that he had specifically instructed to reserve.
The size here is just right, not too big or too small, enough to fit an optimized ejection cockpit.
"Swish"
With a wave of the hand, it can be released directly, along with a large number of titanium alloy plates, which can blast through the explosive modules of the entire tail section.
"Modify!"
Xia Yu opted for the modification and closed the hidden partition door.
[Remaining modification time: 1.5]
It's not a difficult modification; it can be done in less than two hours.
Going back to the beginning, the character is explaining the functions of the kitchen to Liv.
Commercial airliners' galleys can only heat food, but private jets have more options. Gas stoves are not allowed, but fortunately there are high-powered induction cookers, so you can have a stir-fry that doesn't have as much wok hei (wok aroma).
In Europe, you can manage to eat two meals a day, but back in China, you can easily eat three meals a day.
As for the chef, Liv can cook herself or have Sofia, who has learned a lot of dishes from Lao Yu, cook.
Zhu Ma was also the postpartum nanny chosen by Xia Yu. As the eldest sister in the family, she raised all her younger brothers and sisters from a young age. Ke Long also raised her to be very strong, so there would definitely be no problem for her to work with Liv.
Xia Yu, who had no interest in cooking, entered the cockpit. The two pilots from China would arrive the next day; both were retired transport plane pilots who had switched to civilian aviation.
Aside from the possibility of some danger, this job is pretty good in terms of high pay and low workload, and the intensity is definitely not as high as that of a commercial airline captain.
Locating the data interface he requested on the instrument panel, he piloted the aircraft into the hangar.
The maintenance team immediately gathered around, preparing to add radar/infrared warning receiver equipment to the aircraft, the same product used on the C-160.
Of course, there are also heat decoys and chaff dispensers. This modification has reserved slots and interfaces on the fuselage surface. After all, many commercial airliners are converted into VIP private jets, and there are already mature solutions.
Back home, all we need to do is send the goods over and load them; unlike a C-135FR, we don't need to fly back specifically for that.
As for integrating it myself, it's not like it's inside the cabin. Suddenly having more things outside the cabin would be too abrupt, so let's not save on the time!
After the workshop representative finished explaining, he got off the plane and was deeply impressed by the busy maintenance crew.
One can't help but marvel at the power of private military contractors.
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