Buffalo LVT-4 data sheet

The Buffalo LVT-4 is a versatile machine that can travel on land or water. The main change from previous LVTs was the relocation of the engine to the front along with the introduction of a rear ramp. These changes resulted in the LVT-4. Over 8,300 were built. Out of these the US Army received 6,083, and the British Army 500.

Specification

Design:

Year: 1944
Crew: 3 + 30

Dimensions

Length: 7.95m
Width: 3.25m
Height: 2.49m
Weight: Empty: 13.7 tons Loaded: 18.2 tons

Performance

Speed: 20mph
Range (Off-Road): 150mi (50 mi)
Amphibious: 8mph
Maximum Vertical Obstacle: 1.2m
Maximum Trench: 1.8m
Gradient: 60%

Power

Engine: Continental W-670-9A 250hp
Fuel Capacity: 140 gallons
Fuel usage: 11 Gal/hr (49 L/hr) at cruising rpm

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