MDT David

MDT David

A MDT David
Type Ultra light armored personnel carrier, light Armored Vehicle
Place of origin United Kingdom/Israel
Service history
In service 2007–present
Production history
Produced 2006–present
Specifications
Weight Land Rover Defender 110: 3,800 kg (8,378 lb),
Toyota Land Cruiser LC79: 4,700 kg (10,362 lb) (Gross weight)[1]
Length Land Rover Defender 110: 4,470 mm (15 ft),
Toyota Land Cruiser LC79: 5,040 mm (17 ft)[1]
Width Land Rover Defender 110: 1,790 mm (6 ft),
Toyota Land Cruiser LC79: 1,972 mm (6 ft)[1]
Height Land Rover Defender 110: 2,035 mm (7 ft),
Toyota Land Cruiser LC79: 2,227 mm (7 ft)[1]
Crew 4 – 6
Engine Turbocharged inter-cooled diesel engine
Land Rover Defender 110: 122 bhp (90kW) @ 3500 rpm,
Toyota Land Cruiser LC79: 129 bhp (96kW) @ 3,800rpm
Transmission Manual, 5/6 forward
Suspension Permanent 4 wheel drive, Part time 4X4

The MDT David is an ultra light armored personnel carrier and light Armored Vehicle assembled by MDT Armor Corporation for the Israeli Security Forces. The vehicle is based on Land Rover Defender and Toyota Land Cruiser platforms and replaces the AIL Storm.[2]

It is designed to provide protection in low intensity conflict. It is capable of resistance from assault rifle fire, blast from floor and roof, and limited protection against Improvised Explosive Devices.[2]

The David has a 4 cylinder, turbocharged inter-cooled diesel engine. It can accommodate 4–6 fully armed people with three doors, roof hatch and 4–6 windows.[3]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "MDT David brochure" (PDF). MDT Armor Corporation. Retrieved 13 April 2015.
  2. 1 2 "David – Light Armored Combat Vehicle". Retrieved 14 April 2015.
  3. ↑ "The David". MDT Armor Corporation. Retrieved 14 April 2015.

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