US Army invests USD 760M in combat vehicles to strengthen forces

US Army invests USD 760M in combat vehicles to strengthen forces/US Army

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US Army invests USD 760M in combat vehicles to strengthen forces

US Army invests USD 760M in combat vehicles to strengthen forces

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The US Army is rigorously modernizing its fleet of next-generation combat vehicles by purchasing advanced ground systems. The service is enhancing its ground force capabilities to ensure the United States remains a dominant force capable of operating in all environments across the full spectrum of conflict.  The US Army has ordered Bradley Fighting Vehicles from BAE Systems and M10 Booker Combat Vehicle from General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) to boost its firepower capabilities.

Bradley A4 The US Army and BAE Systems signed a contract modification worth over $440 million to produce additional Bradley Fighting Vehicles. This award includes the production of more than 200 A4 variants. The order will be delivered to the Army as a modernized replacement to some of the Bradleys the US government provided to Ukraine. “The Bradley Fighting Vehicle brings game-changing capabilities to the Army and our allied nations,” said Dan Furber, director of ground vehicle production for BAE Systems’ Combat Mission Systems business.  “Because of the support for additional production of the modern Bradley A4 variant, this enduring capability continues to make a difference for troops all over the world, ensuring they have the firepower, mobility and survivability they need to achieve their missions.” The Bradley A4 is a critical, next-generation capability in the Army’s Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT) formation. It’s a proven system that enhances battlefield performance to meet various mission requirements in various combat situations.  

Built with proven durability and commonality of design to reduce the logistics burden, the Bradley A4 features digitized electronics for optimum situational awareness, network connectivity, and communication within the ABCT.  It greatly improves Soldier safety and the ability to defeat adversaries regardless of terrain, temperature, or threat. “The Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle dominates in today’s battlefields and is ready for future fights,” Furber said. M10 Booker In addition to Bradley, the US Army has awarded General Dynamics Land Systems a $322.7 million contract for continued low-rate initial production (LRIP) of the M10 Booker Combat Vehicle, a new assault vehicle for the Army’s Infantry Brigade Combat Teams (IBCTs). The M10 Booker moves rapidly in a variety of terrain conditions to engage and destroy enemy combatants, allowing freedom of movement and enhanced battlefield survivability.

Multiple Booker vehicles have been delivered to the Army as part of low-rate initial production to support government testing and logistics efforts. The Booker employs a four-person crew and features an enhanced thermal viewer, a large-caliber cannon, a lightweight hull and turret, and a modern diesel engine, transmission, and suspension system.  It has been designed for capability upgrades based on future operational needs. “The M10 Booker provides IBCTs with a safe and effective platform to complete their mission – one that may include bunkers, machine guns or armored vehicles,” said Gordon Stein, General Dynamics Land Systems vice president and general manager for U.S. operations.  “We are honored to continue to manufacture the M10 Booker Combat Vehicle.” The M10 Booker has a maximum speed of 40 miles per hour and is equipped with a 105mm M35 Primary Weapon, a 7.62mm Coax weapon, a 0.50 M2 commander’s weapon, and the Abrams primary weapon sight. Two vehicles can be transported on a C-17.

Moreover, the Army continues to modernize and upgrade select Major Defense Acquisition Programs in its FY 2025 request, including Stryker vehicles, upgrading the Abrams Main Battle Tank to the M1A2C System Enhancement Package (SEP) V3 configuration, the M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicles, the M109A7 Paladin 155mm howitzers, and the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV).

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