MDT David

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MDT David
David-1.jpg
A MDT David
Type Light Armored Vehicle
Place of origin United States
Service history
In service2007–present
Used bySee Users
Production history
ManufacturerMDT Armor Corporation, Shladot
Produced2006–present
Specifications
MassLand Rover Defender 110: 3,800 kg (8,378 lb),
Toyota Hilux LC79: 4,700 kg (10,362 lb) (Gross weight) [1]
LengthLand Rover Defender 110: 4,470 mm (15 ft),
Toyota Hilux LC79: 5,040 mm (17 ft) [1]
WidthLand Rover Defender 110: 1,790 mm (6 ft),
Toyota Hilux LC79: 1,972 mm (6 ft) [1]
HeightLand Rover Defender 110: 2,035 mm (7 ft),
Toyta Hilux LC79: 2,227 mm (7 ft) [1]
Crew4 – 6

EngineTurbocharged inter-cooled diesel engine
Land Rover Defender 110: 122 bhp (91 kW) @ 3500 rpm,
Toyota Land Cruiser LC79: 129 bhp (96 kW) @ 3,800rpm
DrivePermanent 4 wheel drive, Part time 4X4
TransmissionManual, 5/6 forward
SuspensionSuspension 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]

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History

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

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]

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