It will be easier for Australian soldiers to land on the coasts. Yesterday, February 5, portal navalnews.com He reported that the Australian Ministry of Defense announced the launch of the LAND 8710 Phase 1 program.
As part of LAND 8710 Phase 1, it is planned to purchase two types of equipment for amphibious forces. The first-landing boats to replace the aging LCM-8, the second-new amphibious transport vehicles to replace the floating LARC-V trucks. The cost of the program is estimated at 800 million Australian dollars ($620 million).
LCM-8 boat with two Humvees on board
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"The launch of the program implements the government's objectives set out in the Force Structure Plan for 2020 to expand the amphibious capabilities of the Australian Armed Forces, especially in Australian territorial waters and the immediate region. The new equipment, which will begin to enter the troops from 2026, will allow the Australian army to conduct operations faster and safer, " said Australian Defense Minister Linda Reynolds.
LARC-V Amphibious truck
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Earlier, the LCM-8 type landing craft replacement program was launched in the United States.
