History's Most Costly Military Vehicles Revealed

14. Bison Armoured Vehicle – Canada

General Dynamics Land Systems serves as the manufacturer. Main Operators: U.S. National Guard, Australian Army, and Canadian Army Program Expense: $3 billion Unit expense: $1.6 million The Bison Armoured Vehicle, a variant of the LAV-25, has operated since the 1980s. Produced by General Dynamics Land Systems, it was created for the Canadian Forces. The design of the Bison was finished in just one week due to its dependence on the existing LAV-25 platform.

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Copyright Jimderkaisser, commons.wikimedia.org The Bison differs from the LAV-25 in several aspects, including a modified seating arrangement, a higher ceiling, and the absence of a turret ring. Around 310 units currently serve with the Canadian Army, Australian Army, and U.S. National Guard. In the U.S., the Bison helps combat illegal drug trafficking.