Quote Originally Posted by VMI_Marine View Post
...I really don't see the advantage to mounting an infantry force in MRAPs. MTVRs and such provide better mobility with adequate protection, in addition to much better troop capacity. The MRAP is a fine vehicle for convoy and route security, but it does not work well outside of its niche.
Add to that the cost difference (initial plus more parts and fuel due to excessive weight) and range limitations due to that extra weight; the MRAP advantages do not offset the disadvantages and the cost isn't justified.

A convoy of MRAPs under air attack -- or in a well planned ambush -- will fare little if any better than a convoy of MTVRs or FMTVs.

Sounds to me like a defense contractor is proposing this idea in order to replace his current swimming pool with an Olympic sized pool...