At sea, a 400 hp turbocharged diesel V-8 engine with propulsion enabled by two 14,000 gpm water jet pumps provides AAV7A1 vehicles with a cruising speed of 7 knots and the ability to negotiate 10-foot plunging surfs heading either seaward or to shore.
On land, the proven torsion bar suspension and BAE Systems signature "Big Foot" track makes for outstanding mobility on all terrains at a top speed of 45 mph.
Upgrades since the introduction of AAV7A1s include improved firepower - featuring a 50-caliber/Mk 19 40-mm weapon station, applique armor packages, plus command, control and repair capabilities.
Members of the AAV7A1 family of vehicles include:
- AAVC7A1 Command Vehicle
- AAVP7A1 Personnel Vehicle
- AAVR7A1 Recovery Vehicle
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Czech Republic Sweden and BAE Systems sign MoU for new infantry fighting vehiclesThe Czech Republic, Sweden, and BAE Systems have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that provides a framework for negotiations of an agreement to deliver CV90 combat vehicles to the Armed Forces of the Czech Republic.
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BAE Systems receives contract for 20 additional CV90 Mjölner mortar systems for Swedish ArmyThis new order for 20 additional CV90 mortar systems for the Swedish Army brings the total fleet to 80 vehicles, planned to be in service by 2025
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BAE Systems’ Florida shipyard to perform USS Lassen’s modernizationBAE Systems has received a $119.2 million contract from the U.S. Navy to perform major modernization work aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82).
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Czech Republic Sweden and BAE Systems sign MoU for new infantry fighting vehiclesThe Czech Republic, Sweden, and BAE Systems have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that provides a framework for negotiations of an agreement to deliver CV90 combat vehicles to the Armed Forces of the Czech Republic.