The VN-4, nicknamed the "Rhinoceros",[1] is a multi-role light armoured personnel carrier that can be used for police forces, armored troops, peacekeeping and anti-terrorism.

The VN-4 was unveiled in 2009 and is produced in China by Chongqing Tiema Industries Corporation, a China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) company.

It is very mobile with a top speed of 115 km/h and has independent suspension for rough terrain.

The armor is welded shut and primarily provides protection from small arms fire and splinters from explosives.

[4] As demonstrations strengthened during the 2017 Venezuelan protests, President Maduro hastily ordered an additional 165 VN-4s from Norinco, paying fully for the equipment which arrived only weeks after the order, with the move being criticized since the low amount of funds allocated toward goods for Venezuelans had resulted in shortages in Venezuela during the preceding years.