LAV-R (Light Armored Vehicle-Recovery) is an American modern wheeled technical support and evacuation vehicle. The first machines of this type entered service with the US Marine Corps in 1986. Drive is provided by one Detroit Diesel 6V53T engine with a capacity of 275 hp. The length of the cart is 7.24 meters, the width is 2.5 meters. The curb weight of the car is 12.8 tons. Armament consists of one 7.62 mm machine gun. The LAV-R was designed as a development version of the LAV-25. It differs from its predecessor mainly in dimensions (LAV-R is longer and wider), and also has a raised rear part. It also received a specialized crane capable of lifting items with a maximum weight of approx. 4100 kg and the ability to tow cars weighing up to 13.6 tons. However, it does not have a turret with a primary weapon. The crew of the machine usually consists of 3-4 people, while the standard crew of the LAV-25 consists of 3 people. The LAV-R provides crew members with protection against artillery shrapnel and small-caliber fire of up to 12.7 mm caliber. The car has good off-road qualities and amphibious capabilities. It can also be transported by air, such as by a C-130 Hercules aircraft or a CH-53 E Super Stallion helicopter. Package Contents: A set of polystyrene plastic models, an exact detailed copy of the real model. Assembly instructions and stickers are included (water-based stickers). The model is delivered disassembled and unpainted, it requires glue and paints for finishing. Unless stated on the box, the kit does not contain paints, glue or brushes. Additional products: You can find the necessary paints and sprays, adhesives and softeners for stickers, primers, fillers and fillers, tools, brushes in the sculpting materials. For further detailing, you can find various photoetched parts and resin parts.
