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Rheinmetall Delivers Lynx XM30 Prototype

5 sources · first reported 7h ago

via Defence Blog

American Rheinmetall has delivered the first Lynx XM30 prototype to the U.S. Army as part of the XM30 program, a competition to replace the Bradley Fighting Vehicle. The prototype will undergo government-led developmental and performance testing. The contract for this program is valued at approximately $764 million.

Why it matters

The delivery of the Lynx XM30 prototype marks a significant step in the U.S. Army's effort to replace the Bradley Fighting Vehicle, a crucial component of its armored forces. The new vehicle is expected to provide improved capabilities and performance.

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  1. Defence Blog · Primary
    Rheinmetall delivers first Lynx XM30 prototype to U.S. Army
  2. Defence-industry ·
    American Rheinmetall’s first hybrid-electric Lynx XM30 prototype enters U.S. Army testing in competition to replace M2 Bradley fighting vehicles
  3. Defensemirror ·
    Rheinmetall Delivers First Lynx XM30 Prototype to U S Army
  4. Defense News ·
    American Rheinmetall delivers its first prototype to replace Bradley Fighting Vehicle
  5. Military Times ·
    American Rheinmetall delivers its first prototype to replace Bradley Fighting Vehicle