MDT David
| MDT David | |
|---|---|
| File:David-1.jpg A MDT David | |
| Type | Light Armored Vehicle |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2007–present |
| Used by | See Users |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | MDT Armor Corporation, Shladot |
| Produced | 2006–present |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | Land Rover Defender 110: 3,800 kg (8,378 lb), Toyota Hilux LC79: 4,700 kg (10,362 lb) (Gross weight)[1] |
| Length | Land Rover Defender 110: 4,470 mm (15 ft), Toyota Hilux LC79: 5,040 mm (17 ft)[1] |
| Width | Land Rover Defender 110: 1,790 mm (6 ft), Toyota Hilux LC79: 1,972 mm (6 ft)[1] |
| Height | Land Rover Defender 110: 2,035 mm (7 ft), Toyta Hilux LC79: 2,227 mm (7 ft)[1] |
| Crew | 4 – 6 |
| Engine | Turbocharged inter-cooled diesel engine Land Rover Defender 110: 122 bhp (91 kW) @ 3500 rpm, Toyota Land Cruiser LC79: 129 bhp (96 kW) @ 3,800rpm |
| Drive | Permanent 4 wheel drive, Part time 4X4 |
| Transmission | Manual, 5/6 forward |
| Suspension | Suspension can either be based on a Toyota Hilux, Toyota Land Cruiser, or Land Rover Defender. |
The MDT David is an ultra light armored personnel carrier and light Armored Vehicle assembled by MDT Armor Corporation, an American subsidiary of Shladot LTD.[2] The vehicle is based on Land Rover Defender and Toyota Hilux platforms and replaces the AIL Storm.[3]
History
[edit | edit source]On September 6, 2006, MDT Armor Corp was awarded a contract worth $10.1 million under a firm-fixed-price contract with an estimated completion date on July 30, 2007.[4] On October 7, 2009, Arotech and Israel Military Industries (IMI) representatives signed an agreement to jointly work together and market the David worldwide except for India, Israel and the US.[5]
On July 8, 2020, MDT Armor Corp was awarded a contract by US Army Contracting Command to purchase Davids under a $9,982,848 firm-fixed-price contract with an estimated completion date by October 31, 2022.[6] On July 19, 2020, Chad received 28 Davids for operations under the G5 Sahel.[7] 88 more were provided in 2021.[2]
On March 30, 2023, MDT Armor Corp was awarded a contract by US Army Contracting Command to purchase Davids under a $21,913,585 firm-fixed-price contract, which is expected to be concluded by September 30, 2025.[8] On October 19, 2023, the Israeli Ministry of Defense reported initial deliveries made from the US.[9]
On April 15, 2024, Ecauador received 45 Davids, using the Toyota 79 chassis, with them being used in anti-terrorist operations.[10] On August 11, 2024, Ecuador received a total of 90 Davids.[11] By December 10, 2024, all of the Davids were delivered.[12]
Design
[edit | edit source]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.[3]
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.[13]
Users
[edit | edit source]- File:Flag of Chad.svg Chad: Provided 28 Davids in 2020 by the United States for Chadian troops under the Special Anti-Terrorism Group in the G5 Sahel.[7] 88 Davids provided to Chad in 2021.[2]
- File:Flag of Ecuador.svg Ecuador: Acquired 45 out of 137 Davids with a Toyota Hilux 79 chassis under a contract worth $67,284,313 in April 2024.[10] 90 Davids were received in August 2024.[11] Contract completed in December 2024.[12] Outfitted with Browning M2A2 QCB COAX HMGs.[10]
- File:Flag of Israel.svg Israel: Used in the IDF.[14] 370 Davids are in service and are expected to be retired from active service after 2027.[15]
References
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