Special Forces Land Vehicles

Special Forces have become a key component of the worlds armed forces, employing unconventional tactics. This book explores a wide range of vehicles used by these elite units, from light utility vehicles to mine-resistant protected vehicles (MRAP). Illustrated with over 100 photographs and artworks, it provides a detailed guide to the specialist vehicles used by elite soldiers in the modern era.

Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 14 April 2022
Publisher: Amber Books Ltd

Special Forces have emerged as a vital component of global armed forces over the past three decades, employing innovative tactics in airborne operations, counterinsurgency, counterterrorism, hostage rescue, covert ops, and intelligence gathering. To effectively fulfill their missions, specialized vehicles have been meticulously designed for these elite units.

Organized by type, this comprehensive book delves into a diverse array of vehicles, ranging from light utility vehicles to mine-resistant protected vehicles (MRAP) and even mini bikes and quad bikes. Explore the Pinzgauer High-Mobility All-Terrain Vehicle, a high-clearance, all-wheel-drive transporter utilized by Delta Force and the New Zealand SAS. Discover the Arquus Scarab, a protected vehicle capable of simultaneous front and rear wheel rotation, enabling it to move sideways like a crab. Learn about the MRZR, a swift and versatile vehicle used by the U.S. Marines for rapid forward deployment and off-road reconnaissance. Discover the Toyota Hilux pick-up, renowned for its simplicity and rugged durability, proving invaluable in conflicts spanning from South America to Central Asia. Furthermore, discover the Christini AWD motorcycle, employed by U.S. Navy SEALs in Afghanistan.

Illustrated with over 100 photographs and artworks, Special Forces Land Vehicles offers a detailed guide to the specialized vehicles employed by elite soldiers in the modern era.

Weight: 550g
Dimension: 222 x 176 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838861667