IDV launches new armored vehicle for land warfare

IVECO Defence Vehicles (IDV) has unveiled a new addition to its tactical armored vehicle lineup—the SUPERAV Land.

Built on the proven foundation of the amphibious SUPERAV platform, the new variant is designed specifically for terrestrial operations, with enhanced mobility, survivability, and mission adaptability.

In a post on its official social media account, IVECO said: “Following the success of the SUPERAV amphibious platform, chosen by the U.S. Marine Corps in the ACV programme and by the Italian Navy in the VBA programme, IDV has added a land-oriented version to its product portfolio: the SUPERAV Land.”

While retaining around 85% component commonality with its amphibious predecessor, the SUPERAV Land has undergone refinements to suit ground-focused missions. The vehicle is shorter by 450mm and lower by 190mm, which reduces its visual and physical profile while improving off-road performance. Unlike the original version, the Land model omits amphibious subsystems such as propellers and bilge pumps—trading waterborne capabilities for additional ballistic protection.

According to the company, this weight reduction—equivalent to that of a medium-caliber unmanned turret—has been reinvested into armor, enhancing crew survivability on the battlefield. The troop capacity has also been adjusted from 13 to 8 personnel, aligning with typical land mission requirements.

At the core of the SUPERAV Land is the same powertrain featured in the original amphibious variant: a 700-horsepower Iveco Cursor 16 turbocharged diesel engine delivering 3,000Nm of torque, paired with an Allison 4800 SP automatic transmission. The vehicle features a McPherson hydro-pneumatic suspension system for improved terrain handling and includes advanced steering options such as a standard second-axle steering and an optional fourth-axle low-speed counter-steering system to improve maneuverability in confined areas.

The vehicle also incorporates a digital vetronic suite with 900Ah of onboard power and offers third-party subsystem integration, diagnostics, and central tire inflation for adaptability across various mission profiles.

With its balance of shared components and focused enhancements, the SUPERAV Land positions itself as a modular, battlefield-ready platform for armed forces seeking modern solutions for land operations.