The LAV 6, sometimes written as LAV 6.0 or LAV VI, is the fourth generation of LAV, and is based on the LAV III. The first vehicles were delivered in 2013 and after testing entered service in 2016. [1] [2] [4] The Canadian Army plans to replace its entire LAV fleet of various LAV II and LAV III variants with the LAV 6. The vehicle is being ...

Mar 20, 2025 · Survivability enhancements include switching to a Double-V Hull offering inherent and weight efficient protection from mine and IED threats as well as energy-attenuating seats at all crew locations. A more powerful 450hp engine is included as well as upgrades to the drivetrain and suspension.

Jun 15, 2020 · LAV 6.0 is capable of travelling at speeds of more than 100km, while its operational range is 600km. The vehicle can cross trenches of 2m and negotiate vertical obstacles up to 60cm high. It can ascend grades of 60% and side slopes of 30%.

The LAV 6.0 is the culmination of decades of light armoured vehicle technology evolution by General Dynamics Land Systems, the world’s leading provider of wheeled combat vehicles. It conveys all the self-deployment benefits and sustainment savings normally possessed by highway capable wheeled platforms, with exceptional off-road mobility.

The LAV 6 (sometimes LAV 6.0 or LAV VI ) was the fourth generation of LAV wheeled armored fighting vehicles, based on the LAV III. The first machines were produced in 2013 and after...

Feb 10, 2021 · The Canadian Army’s Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) III fleet have been replaced with the LAV 6.0 as the Army’s primary infantry fighting vehicle. With enhanced protection, mobility and firepower, this upgraded all-weather vehicle can be used on most types of terrain.

The LAV VI, sometime written as LAV 6 or LAV 6.0, is the fourth generation of LAV, and is based on the LAV III. It first started entering service in 2013. The Canadian Army plans to replace its entire LAV fleet of various LAV II and LAV III variants with the LAV VI.

Oct 27, 2024 · The LAV 6.0 ACSV armored vehicle is the fourth generation of the 8x8 wheeled LAV armored fighting vehicle based on the LAV III. For a reminder, the LAV 6 ACSV represents the next generation of LAV wheeled armored vehicles, based on the Swiss Piranha armored personnel carrier.

May 27, 2019 · The LAV 6.0 addressed protection with a double-V hull with energy attenuated seating; mobility with a new suspension and driveline and a more powerful 450 horsepower Caterpillar engine and larger Michelin tires; and lethality through improved turret …

The LAV 6.0 Family of Vehicles is a unique modular solution that offers reconfigurable vehicles, providing maximum mission-role flexibility within a fleet. With 80% platform commonality the LAV 6.0 offers superior protection, unparalleled mobility and extended mission payload.