The LAV-25 (Light Armored Vehicle) is a member of the LAV II family. [4] It is an eight-wheeled amphibious armored reconnaissance vehicle built by General Dynamics Land Systems and …

Jun 18, 2024 · Marine Corps LAV Crewman (MOS 0313) are trained to operate and gun light armored vehicles (LAVs) which are older, yet still dependable. Image: Wikimedia Commons. …

1st LAR’s primary weapon system is the Light Armored Vehicle (LAV)-25, a fast, amphibious, armored reconnaissance vehicle powered by a turbo-charged diesel engine. The LAV-25 crew …

Oct 3, 2019 · LAVs are eight-wheeled amphibious armored reconnaissance vehicles that can carry communications equipment. The name of the position is something less than politically …

This is accomplished by exposing the LAR Marine to LAV-25 fire control sighting system operation, weapon systems PMCS, pre-fire checks, bore sighting, zeroing, target engagement, …

The LAV-25 is a key component of the LAV II series, an amphibious eight-wheeled armored reconnaissance vehicle manufactured by General Dynamics Land Systems and in service with …

Jun 23, 2023 · The LAV-25 was based on the 8-wheel version of the MOWAG Piranha. Power was able to be sent to all 8 or the rear 4 wheels, and water propulsion was via two propellers …

The purpose of the LAV Crewman Course is to train Marines to operate, drive, and maintain the Light Armored Vehicle (LAV), and familiarize them with the employment and manipulation of the...

0313 lav crewman. The LAV crewman plays a crucial role within the LAR battalion, offering both driving and primary maintenance skills for all mission role vehicles inherent to the battalion’s …

Aug 7, 2017 · Fast, lightly armored and armed with a Bushmaster chain gun, the LAV acts as the marines’ cavalry, scouting ahead of other friendly forces and seeking out the enemy. Over the …