The King's Own
Calgary Regiment
FIGHTING VEHICLES
Armoured Reconnaissance soldiers can be tasked with a variety of different tasks. Depending on the task, crewmen may employ different vehicles.
The King's Own utilizes the following vehicles as part of their training.
TACTICAL ARMOURED PATROL VEHICLE
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The Tactical Armoured Patrol Vehicle (TAPV) is a wheeled combat vehicle that can fulfill a variety of roles on the battlefield, including reconnaissance, surveillance, security, command and control activities, and the armoured transport of personnel.
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The TAPV relies upon composite armour to provide the maximum protection to occupants. The TAPV also has a V-shaped hull and a high ground clearance, which provides protection against mine and improvised explosive device(IED) blasts. The TAPV can withstand up to 10kg of explosive force directly under its hull, and can resist even 12.7mm armour-piercing rounds. Each of the seats in the vehicle are blast protected, and the vehicle has vented wheel wells to disperse the energy of an explosion out from the vehicle.
POLARIS RANGER UTILITY TASK VEHICLE (UTV)
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As part of their role in Armoured Cavalry, the King's Own is starting to use UTVs (Utility Task Vehicles) more in training, in particular for tasks that may involve more dismounted tasks than mounted tasks.
The Polaris Ranger UTV is a versatile vehicle capable of navigating steep and difficult terrain and weather, making it an ideal choice for training in hilly and forested areas.
G-WAGON LIGHT UTILITY VEHICLE WHEELED (LUVW)
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The G Wagon - Light Utility Vehicle Wheeled (LUVW) is used by Regular and Reserve field units and training establishments to provide tactical transport in the fields of command and control, liaison, reconnaissance and military police.
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The G Wagon - LUVW is powered by a 2.7-litre, 5-cylinder, turbo-charged diesel engine. It can be outfitted with a tailored armour protection systems kit.
LEOPARD MAIN BATTLE TANK
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The Leopard 2 Family of Vehicles (FOV) are the main battle tanks (MBT) of the Canadian Armed Forces, as well as several NATO countries. This FOV includes the Armoured Engineer Vehicles (AEV) and Armoured Recovery Vehicles (ARV), and are capable of supporting a wide range of operations. These heavy-armoured and highly protected vehicles provide a tactical advantage in the form of mobility, firepower, and survivability, and are used to provide direct fire support on the battlefield. All of the MBT variants (Leopard 2A4, 2A4M, and 2A6M) can also be equipped with mine roller attachments, which are used to clear away mines during patrols.
Source: http://combatcamera.forces.gc.ca
📷 Corporal Djalma Vuong-De Ramos
LAV 6
The Canadian Army’s Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) III fleet have been replaced with the LAV 6.0 as the Army’s primary infantry fighting vehicle. With enhanced protection, mobility and firepower, this upgraded all-weather vehicle can be used on most types of terrain. The vehicle can ford hard-bottomed bodies of water to a depth of 1.5 metres. Capable of speeds of up to 100 kilometres per hour on roads, the LAV III Upgrade gives the commander more options in both combat and non-combat situations.
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The LAV III Upgrade 6.0 is powered by a water-cooled, six-cylinder, 450-horsepower, and turbo-charged diesel engine with a seven-speed automatic transmission. The operator can select four or eight-wheel drive.
Source: http://combatcamera.forces.gc.ca
📷 Corporal Rachael Allen
M113A3 TRACKED LIGHT ARMOURED VEHICLE (TLAV)
The high-performance Tracked Light Armoured Vehicle (TLAV) provides a tracked command and control, ambulance, and maintenance and recovery support capability for the Canadian Army. The 400 HP tunable engine (governed down to 350 HP) provides a top speed of 66 km/h. The improved armour and modern rubber band tracks provide superior cross-country mobility. The TLAV provides mobility on par with the Leopard 2 Main Battle Tank (MBT).
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The Remote Weapon System (RWS), also known as the Protective Weapon Station (PWS), in combination with the 7.62 mm C6 general purpose machine gun, provides the TLAV Crew Commander with day, night, and all weather observation and firing capabilities from a stationary position. The TLAV Crew Commander can fire remotely (hatch closed) or manually (hatch open). This system is found on all TLAV variants except the M577A3.
SUPPORT VEHICLES
LEOPARD 2 ARMOURED RECOVERY VEHICLE (ARV)
The Leopard 2 ARV, also known as the Armoured Recovery Vehicle, is a specialized military vehicle designed to recover and tow damaged or disabled vehicles, as well as assist in other battlefield support functions. It is based on the Leopard 2 main battle tank chassis and is used by the German Army and several other countries.
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The Leopard 2 ARV is equipped with a heavy-duty crane with a lifting capacity of up to 30 tons, allowing it to lift and move damaged tanks and other vehicles. It is also equipped with a winch and a bulldozer blade for clearing obstacles and recovering stuck vehicles. The vehicle has a crew of four, including the driver, crane operator, and two support personnel.
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In addition to its recovery capabilities, the Leopard 2 ARV can be used to provide maintenance and repair support to other armored vehicles in the field. It is armored to protect against small arms fire, shrapnel, and other battlefield hazards, and has a top speed of around 68 km/h (42 mph).
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MILCOTS
MILCOTS (Military / Commercial Off the Shelf): As part of the Light Utility Vehicle Wheeled (LUVW) fleet replacement, 1,061 militarized GM Silverado 2500HD 4×4 vehicles were purchased.
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MSVS
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The Medium Support Vehicle System (MSVS) is a designation for two types of medium capacity logistics trucks, which are the primary transportation vehicle for the Canadian Armed Forces. The MSVS SMP are used to transport personnel and equipment during operations, serve as a mobile medical and dental clinic in the field, and can assist in disaster relief by transporting civilians or delivering food and shelter. The MSVS can hold up to 9,500 kg of equipment, and are used by regular force and reserve field units, as well as during overseas deployments. When required, all variants below can be equipped with Armored Protection System (APS) cabs.
Source: http://combatcamera.forces.gc.ca
📷 Aviator Annabelle Marcoux
LSVW
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The Light Support Vehicle Wheeled (LSVW) is used by all combat arms and logistical units in urban and cross country operations. It provides administration and logistic support to Units and Brigades.
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The LSVW is a four-wheel-drive truck with a 3,200-mm wheel base, and is powered by a 4-cylinder, 2.5 litre turbocharged diesel engine. It is equipped to accommodate add-on armour, and a variety of weapons.
