The Israeli Eitan could be one of the most protected wheeled APCs in the world
Channel: Main Battle Tank
Date: 2023-06-04

The Eitan (Herbew for persistent) is a new Israeli Armored Personnel Carrier (APC). It was developed to meet requirements of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). It is the first wheeled 8x8 APC, developed in Israel. This armored vehicle uses a number of Western components. Some sources report 50% of its components are of US origin. The IDF plans to replace its tracked M113 APCs with a new armored vehicle. A prototype of the Eitan was first publicly revealed in 2016. After testing the Eitan was approved for procurement. Its mass production commenced in 2020. This armored vehicle became operational with the IDF in 2022. It is the first modern wheeled armored personnel carrier, operated by Israel.