GDLS LAV 700

GDLS LAV 700

Type: Armored Fighting Vehicle

Domain: land

Country of Origin: Saudi Arabia

Manufacturer: General Dynamics Land Systems (Canada)

Overview

Canadian advanced 8x8 wheeled armored vehicle procured by Saudi Arabia for mechanized forces modernization. LAV 700 represents evolution of proven LAV III/Stryker family featuring enhanced protection, modern turret with 30mm cannon, capacity for 9 infantry plus 3 crew, modular armor, mine protection, and advanced systems. Saudi procurement includes hundreds of vehicles replacing older wheeled armored vehicles. Deployment in border security and potentially Yemen operations.

Technical Specifications

crew3 + 8 troops
armorSTANAG 4569 Level 4
width_m2.8
armament25mm Bushmaster or 105mm gun variant
length_m7.6
range_km600
max_speed_kmh100
weight_tonnes30

Operators

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