Iveco LMV | |
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| Paese | Italia |
| Ruolo | Veicolo di mobilità della fanteria |
| Prodotto | 2001-oggi |
| Costruito | Oltre 10000 |
Le Iveco LMV (Light Multirole Vehicle) è un veicolo tattico 4WD sviluppato da Iveco e in servizio con diversi paesi. Dopo la sua adozione da parte dell'Esercito Italiano come Veicolo-Tattico-Leggero-Multiruolo (VTLM) Lince ("Light tactical multirole vehicle Lynx"), ha vinto il concorso Future Command and Liaison Vehicle (FCLV) dell'esercito britannico come Panther, ma la flotta è stata messa in vendita nel 2018.
fonte: Iveco LMV su Wikipedia
| Iveco Lince LMV Walk Around | |
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| Fotografo | Antonio Soloperto |
| Localizzazione | Inconsapevole |
| Foto | 24 |
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General Characteristics and Role
The Iveco LMV (Light Multirole Vehicle), often referred to by the Italian Army name Lince (“Lynx”), is a highly successful fourth-generation tactical armored vehicle. It was developed in the early 2000s to meet the demand for a highly mobile vehicle that provides superior protection against threats encountered in modern asymmetric warfare, particularly mines and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). The LMV is used for a wide variety of roles including reconnaissance, patrol, command and control, and transporting infantry. Its key design feature is its focus on crew survivability through a layered protection system, which has been rigorously tested and proven effective in combat operations across multiple theaters.
| Property | Typical Value (LMV Standard) |
|---|---|
| Ruolo | Light Multirole Armoured Vehicle (LMRV) |
| National Origin | Italia |
| Produttore | Iveco Defence Vehicles |
| Service Entry | 2003 |
| Equipaggio | 1 (Driver) + 3 or 4 Passengers |
| Configurazione | 4×4, All-wheel drive |
| Lunghezza | 5.50 m (18 ft 1 in) |
| Larghezza | 2.20 m (7 ft 3 in) |
| Altezza | 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) |
| Combat Weight | Up to 7.1 tonnes (Max) |
Protection and Mobility
- Engine: 1 x Iveco F1C Common Rail diesel engine (Euro 3 compliant).
- Power Output: 190 hp (140 kW).
- Maximum Speed (Road): Over 110 km/h (68 mph).
- Protection: Features a uniquely designed V-shaped hull and a modular armor system (including add-on passive armor plates and spall liners) to deflect blast forces from mines and IEDs.
- Survivability: The crew compartment is a survival cell separated from the engine compartment, designed to isolate the crew from blast and fire effects.
- Mobility: Equipped with a sophisticated independent suspension system and automatic transmission, providing excellent off-road performance and high speed for rapid deployment.
Service and Global Use
- Widespread Use: The LMV is one of the most successful European military vehicle exports, having been selected by over 14 countries, including the UK (where it is known as the Panther CLV), Spain, Russia, Austria, and Norway.
- Combat History: It has seen active service with NATO forces in Afghanistan, Lebanon, and Iraq, where its Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) characteristics significantly reduced troop casualties from roadside bombs.
- Evolution: Later versions and upgrades (like the LMV 2) focus on increasing payload capacity and integrating advanced communication and battlefield management systems.
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