The CDN version of the IVECO 410 was a first production run (ie bran new tooling), yes within the first year or so close to 100 mods had to be done to the vehicle, similar to any new manufacturing venture. Here are the most mentioned problems with the LSVW.
1. Squealing brakes - they still work, and they never freeze up, More than adequate drainage and looseness...........hence the squealing
2. Lack of power - last time i checked the the limit for smp vehicles is still 80 kph, it will do it, try mating the gears in the transmission with the engine to achieve the most out of it
This is a vehicle designed for field use, hence mobility, when defining mobility in a wheeled vehicle, 3 aspects are considered (with regard to performance). Thankfully the military loves acronyms. ATC. Articulation, Clearance, and Traction. Articulation is the ability for the suspension to move throughout its axis to promote the ability to keep the tires on the ground (and limit cross axleing). Clearance is the attribute of sufficient clearance under the low hanging components of the vehicle to prevent the vehicle from becoming grounded and taking into account the approach, departure, and ramp breaker angles. Traction is the amount of engine power that can be converted into forward motion before a wheel starts to spin (hence a spinning wheel has little tractive value in most environment). Hence with the LSVW with out going into specs which i would have to look up....just some basics
1. Articulation-independant front end-pros greater contact with the ground, smoother ride, cons, limits clearance on obstacles
-leaf sprung rear suspension- pros greater load carrying capability, simple design, cons, rough ride, increased axle wrap
The suspension of the LSVW performs its job to meet its designation as a 1.5T Platform.
2. Clearance - save for the cab side steps, pros great approach and ramp break-over angles, more than sufficient clearance under the axles due to the fitting of 36-37" tires, cons,limited departure angle due to the box.
The LSVW has sufficient clearance to perform it function whilst staying within the realms of a multipurpose vehicle.
3. Traction - pros, rear differential lock (overcomes the effects of becoming cross axled) , dual range transfer case, aggressive tires (which can be aired down to increase floatation/tractive ability, and fitted with chains for use in severe snow/mud environments) cons, inherent to the requirements of the vehicle the rear leaf sprung (yet essential for load carry requirements) limits articulation in the rear. Empty the LSVW's COG is nose biased, however with load can be equalized, thus while the vehicle is empty the rear axle is for the most part unloaded thus affecting mobility in low traction environments.
The LSVW has no tractive issues
Maintainers have to deal with the vehicle they are presented with and they do an amazing job at it, with what they have, yet alot of issues are the result of abuse by drivers/operators. Prior to an individual saying "well its an army truck, it should take it" just remember mobility. You need to delivery beans and bullets essential to the task/operation, if your vehicle is broken................the chain in broken. Mobility is essential, a vehicle broken from sheer abuse for no reason (being shot at is a valid reason), is systematic within the CF, as most adhere to the adage "drive it like you stole it"