LAV II
Type: Armored Personnel Carrier
Domain: land
Country of Origin: Peru
Manufacturer: General Dynamics Land Systems (Canada)
Overview
Canadian 8x8 wheeled armored vehicle providing Peruvian Marines with protected mobility for amphibious operations. Peru procured LAV II (Light Armored Vehicle) for naval infantry. Features 8x8 wheeled configuration providing strategic mobility and amphibious capability, 25mm autocannon, troop capacity, modern communications. Designed for rapid deployment and operations across diverse terrain. Deployed by Peruvian Marines for coastal defense, riverine operations in Amazon, internal security operations. Canadian technology provides NATO-standard systems and reliability. However, limited numbers restrict fleet size given high costs. Represents Peruvian investment in professional force capabilities. Critical for Peruvian Marines maintaining mechanized capability. Symbolizes Western equipment procurement for specialized units despite budget constraints affecting broader military modernization.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 3 + 6 troops |
|---|---|
| engine | Detroit Diesel 6V53T, 275 hp |
| width_m | 2.5 |
| armament | 25mm M242 Bushmaster + M240 7.62mm |
| height_m | 2.7 |
| length_m | 6.4 |
| range_km | 660 |
| max_speed_kmh | 100 |
| weight_tonnes | 15.3 |
Operators
- Canada
- Chile
- Colombia
- New Zealand
- Peru
- Saudi Arabia
- USA
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