LARC-V (L ighter, A mphibious R esupply, C argo, 5 (V) ton), is an aluminium-hulled amphibious cargo vehicle capable of transporting 5 tons. It was developed in the United States during the 1950s, and is used in a variety of auxiliary roles to this day.

Feb 16, 2021 · While it’s unlikely the Lighter, Amphibious, Resupply, Cargo vehicle (LARC-V) will markedly change shape, the Landing Craft Mechanized, Mark 8 (LCM-8), which is also being replaced under the $800 million program Land 8710-1, is likely to change significantly, according to DG Platforms Brigadier Jeremy King.

What The LARC-V is an aluminium-hulled amphibious cargo vehicle capable of transporting 4 tonnes.

Feb 5, 2021 · LARC-V (Lighter, Amphibious Resupply, Cargo, 5-ton) is an aluminium-hulled amphibious cargo 4x4 vehicle capable of transporting 5 tons. It was developed in the United States during the 1950s, and is used in a variety of auxiliary roles to this day.

Feb 4, 2021 · Through this project, an independent landing craft will be delivered to replace the Army’s existing LCM-8 vessels and an amphibious vehicle will also be built to replace Army’s current LARC-V.

Feb 4, 2021 · Currently equipped with Vietnam War-era vehicles such as the LCM-8 and the LARC-V, Australia is planning to modernize its amphibious fleet as part of an $800 million program. One type of new vehicle will be comparable in size to Australia’s older LARC-V amphibious vessels, measuring 10 by 3 meters.

Aug 23, 2024 · “The LARC-V provides the ability to move both people and equipment across beaches that are not feasible for aircraft to land on. “The LARC-V is very resilient, being able to handle not only the rough surf but also difficult terrain on land.”

Feb 4, 2021 · The Commonwealth has announced it has released an invitation to register for the Australian Army’s LAND 8710 Phase 1 requirement to replace the LARC-V (Lighter, Amphibious Resupply, Cargo – 5 tonne) amphibious vehicle and LCM-8 (Landing Craft Mechanised) landing vessel in service.

Jul 24, 2024 · The new LMV-M will have a capacity of 90 tonnes and the ability to bring ashore vehicles such as the LARC-V replacement (foreground) and Abrams main battle tank. Image: Birdon via ADF.

The Lighter, Amphibious, Resupply, Cargo vehicle known as a LARC, is an aluminium constructed craft that can propel itself through water as well as over land. The LARC is an ideal...