Number: RS22947
Title: The Marines' Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle (EFV): Background and Issues for Congress
Authors: Andrew Feickert, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: The Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle (EFV) is an armored amphibious vehicle program that originated two decades ago to replace the 1970s-era Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV). The EFV has experienced a variety of developmental difficulties, resulting in significant program delays and cost growth. While the Marine Corps and Department of Defense remain optimistic about the future of the EFV program, there continue to be major concerns about the EFV's reliability and escalating costs.
Pages: 6
Date: December 19, 2008