MDT David
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]
| 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 | |
| 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 |
Design
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]
See also
- Military equipment of Israel
References
- "MDT David brochure" (PDF). MDT Armor Corporation. Retrieved 13 April 2015.
- "David – Light Armored Combat Vehicle". Archived from the original on 12 August 2012. Retrieved 14 April 2015.
- "The David". MDT Armor Corporation. Retrieved 14 April 2015.
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