Iveco 40.10

   The Iveco 40.10 light utility vehicle is currently in service with the Italian Army. This vehicle was designed for high mobility both on and off road. It fills the gap between Jeeps and light trucks.

   The Iveco 40.10 has a payload capacity of 1.5 t and is used for a variety of tactical roles. It can be configured in a number of ways. It can also tow light artillery pieces and semitrailers.

Driving cab is usually fitted with a soft top, however hard top is also available. Cargo compartment is of all-steel construction. It has folding seats along each side for 10 men. Windscreen can be tilted forward to reduce height.

   The Iveco 40.10 was designed for simple installation of different body types, such as van or ambulance. Vehicle can carry recoilless rifle or ATGM launcher, as well as various machine guns.

   Vehicle uses platform of the Iveco Daily. It is powered by Fiat 8142 turbocharged diesel engine, developing 103 hp. Two Iveco 40.10s can be airlifted by the C-130 Hercules transport aircraft. It can also be airdropped.

Variants

   Iveco 40.10 WM fitted with a longer wheelbase;

   LSVW, Canadian variant, produced by Western Star Inc. It is in service with Canadian Armed Forces;

   Nanjing NJ2046, Chinese copy of the 40.10WM, locally produced by Naveco.