The AFU demonstrated two more Italian Iveco LMV armored vehicles, the transfer of which was not advertised
About two weeks ago an Italian armored vehicle Iveco LMVwas unexpectedly spotted at the front. Now the Ukrainian defenders have demonstrated two more vehicles live.
What is known
The armored vehicle was developed at the beginning of XXI century by Iveco Defence Vehicles. This is the world's first armored vehicle of its class with integrated mine protection. The frame is based on steel pipes, and if necessary, the military can use additional armor modules.
Neither Ukraine nor Italy has so far announced the transfer of vehicles to the Armed Forces Iveco LMV. Judging by the video, the Ukrainian military received at least two vehicles. By the way, in Russia this vehicle is called "Lynx".
Iveco LMV can reach up to 130 km/h. The engine has a capacity of 185 horsepower, and a full tank lasts for 500 km. In addition to Italy, Russia and now Ukraine, the vehicle is used by Belgium, Albania, Croatia, Czech Republic, Norway, Lebanon, Spain, Slovakia, Brazil, United Kingdom and Tunisia.
Source: @kplk_bbjn
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