MDT David | |
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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 | |
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 |
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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]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "MDT David brochure". MDT Armor Corporation. http://www.mdt-armor.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/MDT_David_Brochure_LR.pdf. Retrieved 13 April 2015.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "David – Light Armored Combat Vehicle". http://www.defense-update.com/products/d/david.htm. Retrieved 14 April 2015.
- ↑ "The David". MDT Armor Corporation. http://www.mdt-armor.com/armored-vehicles-military-law-enforcment/land-rover-basedfamily/david/. Retrieved 14 April 2015.
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