Light Support Vehicle Wheeled (LSVW)

The Light Support Vehicle Wheeled is also known as the LSVW
Description

Description

The Light Support Vehicle Wheeled (LSVW) is used by all combat arms and logistical units in urban and cross country operations. It provides administration and logistic support to Units and Brigades.

The LSVW is a four-wheel-drive truck with a 3,200-mm wheel base, and is powered by a 4-cylinder, 2.5 litre turbocharged diesel engine. It is equipped to accommodate add-on armour, and a variety of weapons.

Variants

Variants

  • Cargo/Troop carrier
  • MRT/Maintenance
  • Ambulance
  • Line Truck/Cable Layer
  • Military Police
  • Communications/EW/Ops
  • Field Office/Administration
  • Mortar
Specifications

Specifications

Weight

  • Basic weight: 5,250 kg
  • Combat weight: 6,550 kg

Dimensions

  • Length: 5,750 mm
  • Width: 2,010 mm
  • Height: 2,535 mm to 2,720 mm

Mobility

  • On-road speed: max 98 km/hr
  • Off-road speed: max 65 km/hr
  • On-road range: 450 km at 50 km/hr
  • Off road range:
  • Maximum grade: 60% uphill
  • Side slope: 30%

Fuel

  • Type: Diesel
  • Capacity: 90lt
  • Consumption: 5 km/L

Capabilities

  • Arctic: Yes
  • Add-on armour: Yes

Crew

  • Personnel: 2-3
  • Passengers: 6 troops in the back of cargo troop carrier

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