CV90 @ Bushmaster APC river crossing...

I find it interesting that the Nordic nations are really sold on using MRAPs in the APC role in Northern Europe.  I don't get it but it seems kinda popular.  Do they compare that favorably (in their studies) to 8x8's that it seems doable or is it all about money?

Side note.  Did anyone else see that "ETS" type clear AK mag on that soldiers rifle?  When it comes to small arms everyone else is clearly copying US innovators.