3. INTRODUCTION
The Australian light armoured vehicle
(ASLAV) is manufactured by General
Dynamics Land Systems Australia for the
Royal Australian Army.
It is derived from the LAV-25 light armoured
vehicle.
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5. DESIGN
Based on the LAV-25 platform, the ASLAV is of
eight-wheeled configuration, equipped with
either four or eight-wheel drive.
The versatility is increased by the addition of
non-permanent mission role installation kits
(MRIKs).
This unique Australian alternation will generate
several variants from a single hull design.
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7. SELF-PROTECTION
The all-welded steel hull protects the crew
from small arm fires and shell splinters.
The add-on armour fitted on the vehicle
provides all-round protection against
projectiles of up to 14.5mm.
The add-on armour over the frontal arc
protects the vehicle from 30mm projectiles.
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9. ENGINE
ASLAV is powered by 275hp
Detroit Diesel 6V53T Silver diesel
engine coupled with Allison
MT653 (five speeds forward, one
reverse) transmission.
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11. MOBILITY
The ASLAV is a fully amphibious vehicle capable of
travelling at a top road speed of 100km/h and maximum
swim speed of 10km/h. It has a maximum road range of
660km.
The vehicle is equipped with two propellers and four
rudders for waterborne operations.
A solid-core secondary tyre fitted to all wheels enhances
battlefield mobility of the vehicle.
This will allow the vehicle to run even with eight flat tyres.