Based on its predecessor, the Chenowth Light Strike Vehicle (LSV), the ALSV could carry two, three or four personnel.

The ALSV can accelerate from 0 to 30 miles per hour (48 km/h) in 4 seconds, and is capable of negotiating up to 75% gradients and 50% side slopes.

[2] The main weapons station, which is positioned to the rear of the vehicle, is capable of traversing 360 degrees and can accommodate either a M2 Browning heavy machine gun or a Mk 19 grenade launcher.

The weapons platforms can be remote controlled and feature gun stabilizing, allowing accurate fire while on the move.

Prior to this, both the SEALs and the United States Marine Corps had used the vehicle during Operation Desert Storm.