The United States Marine Corps officially retired the amphibious assault vehicle (AAV), after 53 years of use in military and humanitarian operations around the world. The farewell ceremony took place in Camp Pendleton, California, bringing together military personnel to honor the legacy of the vehicle and those who served with him.
Introduced in 1972, the AAV was a key piece in landings, troop transport and logistics support missions in different combat scenarios from Vietnam to the Middle East.
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Throughout its trajectory, the vehicle has undergone several modernizations that ensured its active permanence for over half a century. It was used in Granada, Somalia, Gulf War and Iraq operations, standing out for the mobility and armored protection it offered to Marines. More than a simple transport, it has consolidated itself as a true combat vehicle, capable of operating in hostile environments, from beaches to deserts.
With retirement, AAV will give way to the eight -wheeled amphibious combat vehicle (LCA), designed to meet the requirements of future expeditionary operations. The new model promises greater mobility, protection and integration with the Navy, aligning with the plan of modernization of Marines, which seeks more agility and efficiency in increasingly complex war scenarios.
Source: Defence Blog | Photo: x @usmc | This content was created with the help of AI and revised by the editorial team
