Top 12 Expensive Military Vehicles of All Time

6. Japan's Komatsu LAV

The Komatsu LAV (Light Armored Vehicle) was first produced in 2002 for the Japan Self-Defense Force. Similar to the French Panhard VBL, it features four doors and a larger cabin for troop transport. The Komatsu LAV debuted during humanitarian missions in Iraq, offering improved protection against small arms fire compared to other Japanese military vehicles. Komatsu LAV (KU50W) Unlike the Mitsubishi Light Trucks and Toyota High Mobility Vehicles, the Komatsu LAV is designed for greater security, making it a reliable choice for personnel transport in risky areas.

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