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M578 LARV

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M578 LARV

The M578 Light Armored Recovery Vehicle is an American-made full-tracked armored recovery vehicle designed to provide maintenance and recovery support for armored units. It features a rotating crane and winch system mounted on a modified M107/M110 self-propelled howitzer chassis, capable of lifting and towing disabled vehicles.

Specifications

TypeTank
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerFMC Corporation
Introduced1966
StatusIn service
Speed61 km/h
Range725 km
Crew4
Weight25.4 t

History

Developed in the United States in 1966 by FMC Corporation, it saw extensive use during the Vietnam War.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Brazil14confirmed

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