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MDT David
David-1
A MDT David
Type Ultra light armored personnel carrier, light Armored Vehicle
Place of origin Flag of the United Kingdom United Kingdom, Flag of Israel Israel
Service history
In service 2007–present
Production history
Produced 2006–present
Specifications
Mass 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 Israeli Security Forces. The vehicle was produced based on Land Rover Defender and Toyota Land Cruiser platforms and replaces AIL Storm.[2]

It designed for providing protection in the low intensity conflict. It has capable of resistance from assault rifle fire, blast from floor & roof and limited protection against Improvised Explosive Devices.[2]

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

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