Light Armored Vehicles

USMC LAV Air Defense (LAV-AD)

Use the following links to see 'Specs' on each variant. 
 [LAV-25][LAV-AT][LAV-C²][LAV-M][LAV-R][LAV-L][LAV-MEWSS][LAV-AD]

Mission:
The LAV-AD is a modified Type I Chassis mated with Blazer Air Defense Turret developed by General Dynamics Ordinance Systems for the USMC. The two man turret is equipped with two Stinger RMP Launchers and a 25mm, GAU-12 Gatling Gun. Its primary mission is to provide low altitude air defense against forces from airborne threats by fixed and rotary winged aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles capable of speeds of zero to 500 NMPH, at ranges within the envelope of the Stinger Missiles and the 25mm ammunition. A secondary mission is to provide ground defense against light armored mechanized forces. The LAV-AD variant is also equipped with a FLIR/Day TV sight system and a full communications suite consisting of Dual VHF, HF radios and an intercom system.

POWER TRAIN & SUSPENSION

  • Engine 275 hp Detroit Diesel 6V53T
  • Transmission Allison MT653 (5 speeds forward - 1 reverse)
  • Transfer case (1)
  • Differentials (4) automotive, (1) water drive
  • Suspension (8) wheel independent.
  • Full time 4 wheel (rear)
  • Selective 8 wheel drive
  • Power steering
  • Power brakes
  • Selective water drive

Water drive:

  • (2) propellers
  • (4) rudders

 

COMMUNICATIONS:

 

  • AN/VRC 92-A (SINCGARS)-VHF
  • AN/GRC(V) 231-HF

ARMAMENT:

  • GAU-12/U
  • 25mm Gatling Gun
  • Stinger Missiles

Ammunition:

  • 25mm Ammunition 990 Rounds (385 Ready to Fire)
  • Stinger Missiles 16 (8 Ready to Fire)
  • Firing Rate 1800 Shots Per Minute

AIR TRANSPORTABILITY:

  • (1) C-130
  • (2) C-141
  • (5) C-5A
  • (1) CH-53E (helicopter lift)

TOWABILITY:

  • The only variants with the ability to tow are the LAV-L and LAV-R.

FIRE SUPPRESSION:

  • Halon 1301 (manual system in crew & engine compartments)

NBC SYSTEM:

  • M8A1 ventilated face mask system
  • M43A1 detector/alarm system

AMPHIBIOUS:

  • Capable of fording streams, rivers, and inland water ways with minimal preparation.

 

PAINT:

  • Interior sea foam green
  • CARC-exterior camouflage pattern

ATGM WIRE CUTTER:

  • (1) at driver's gunner's and commander's stations

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

24 volts positive ground

  • Waterproof
  • Radio suppressed system
  • Wiring, connectors, breakers, harnesses IAW MIL-STD's
  • MIL-STD 220amp alternator
  • (4) batteries per MS 35000 (500 amp slave receptacle)

NAVIGATION:

  • Precision Lightweight GPS Receiver (AN/PSN-11)

PERFORMANCE @ GVW

  • Maximum speed 62 mph
  • Swim speed 6 mph
  • Mazimum range 410 miles
  • Minimum turn diameter 51 ft.
  • Maximum trench crossing 81 in.
  • Maximum grade 60%
  • Maximum side slope 30%

CREW:

  • Driver
  • Gunner
  • Commander