Sources said that even though payment for the first shipment has been sent, the vehicles are to be delayed until 2020. By Luo Tien-pin and William Hetherington / Staff reporter, with staff writerDeliveries of US amphibious assault vehicles have been delayed, with supplier the US military citing technical difficulties. “Delaying shipment of the 36 vehicles will be a major blow to the military’s ability to maintain combat readiness,” the source said. The official said the 36 vehicles cost NT$5.3 billion (US$165.26 million), with the purchase contract signed by both sides on May 12 and funds transferred on June 24. The navy plans to use four of the AAV-7A1s as command vehicles, while two are to be assigned for use in disaster relief operations.

Source: Taipei Times July 22, 2016 15:56 UTC