South Korea's standard military tactical vehicle, serving as the primary light utility and command vehicle for the Republic of Korea Armed Forces. A militarised 4x4 platform equivalent to the US HMMWV, available in multiple configurations including cargo, troop transport, communications, TOW anti-tank missile carrier, and light ambulance. Features a Kia diesel engine with automatic transmission, run-flat tires, and blackout driving capability. Can be fitted with armour kits for protected mobility in high-threat environments and various weapon stations including 12.7mm machine gun and 40mm grenade launcher mounts. The Raycolt has been the backbone of Korean military light transport for decades, with thousands in service across all branches of the Korean armed forces.
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- 2.4t ultra-light — air-deployable
- 110 km/h road speed
- Korean indigenous replacing K131 Kia jeep
- Modular for multiple mission variants
- Low cost maintenance
- 2.4t no armor protection
- Limited payload vs HMMWV class
- Not suitable for combat (logistics/liaison only)
- Small crew capacity
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