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Gestart door Harald, 17/07/2018 | 10:45 uur

Huzaar1

Citaat van: Kornet43 op 01/02/2024 | 18:19 uurMLU voor Fenneks vind ik verspilling van middelen, reserveer dat voor een nieuw systeem zoals de Duitsers doen.

De fennek is een geniaal en zeer goed presterend voertuig. In de tijd van een schoenveterbudget zijn verbeteringen lang uitgesteld, maar ik zie geen enkele reden ze te dumpen. Integendeel. Doorontwikkelen juist.
"Going to war without France is like going deer hunting without your accordion" US secmindef - Jed Babbin"

Kornet43

Citaat van: Lynxian op 01/02/2024 | 17:51 uurDe Fenneks ondergaan momenteel een MLU en ik geloof dat er al orienterend wordt gekeken naar opvolgers.
MLU voor Fenneks vind ik verspilling van middelen, reserveer dat voor een nieuw systeem zoals de Duitsers doen.

Lynxian

Citaat van: Kornet43 op 01/02/2024 | 16:52 uurZou Nederland ook moeten doen, nieuw amfibisch verkenningsvoertuig met 25/30MM Kanon en Spike, Fenneks eruit.
Twee kandidaten in mijn opinie zijn: Textron Cottonmouth 6x6 en de Iveco Guarani 6x6
De Fenneks ondergaan momenteel een MLU en ik geloof dat er al orienterend wordt gekeken naar opvolgers.

Kornet43

Citaat van: Harald op 01/02/2024 | 16:03 uurRückkehr zur amphibischen Fähigkeit
(Keer terug naar amfibische capaciteiten)
https://soldat-und-technik.de/2024/01/mobilitaet/36717/rueckkehr-zur-amphibischen-faehigkeit/

Zou Nederland ook moeten doen, nieuw amfibisch verkenningsvoertuig met 25/30MM Kanon en Spike, Fenneks eruit.
Twee kandidaten in mijn opinie zijn: Textron Cottonmouth 6x6 en de Iveco Guarani 6x6



Harald


Harald

Ukraine welcomes Rheinmetall's new facility for production of Fuchs and KF41 Lynx armored vehicles

In December 2024, Armin Papperger, the CEO of Rheinmetall, announced - as reported by Bild newspaper - the start of production for the Fuchs 6x6 armored vehicles and KF41 Lynx Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) in Ukraine, beginning in 2024. This initiative signifies a major milestone in industrial expansion and defense collaboration between Germany and Ukraine.

It's important to recall a major announcement made by Armin Papperger in July 2023. On July 10, 2023, during an interview on CNN, he stated that Rheinmetall planned to construct a production facility in Ukraine. The aim was to assist the country in achieving military independence by providing NATO technology and production capabilities, thus reducing its reliance on external aid, including that from the United States and the European Union.

Papperger highlighted significant improvements in military procurement procedures, which enabled Rheinmetall to secure major contracts with the German government. In 2023, the company signed contracts and framework agreements worth over 10 billion euros to equip both the Bundeswehr and Ukraine. These orders could further increase, potentially reaching up to 15 billion euros in 2024.

He also emphasized a notable increase in the speed of production and delivery, with projects that would normally take a decade now being completed in just a few months. A striking example is the rapid construction of a new ammunition factory, symbolizing this increased efficiency and aiming to ensure strategic supply security.

The anticipated contract, expected to be finalized next year, represents a substantial expansion of Rheinmetall's role in enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities. Papperger stated that once the contract is signed, the first Fuchs vehicle should be ready in Ukraine in about six to seven months, and the first KF41 Lynx in twelve to thirteen months. Production in Ukraine is expected to start by the end of summer 2024 for the Fuchs, and potentially by summer 2025 for the Lynx, positioning it as a serious competitor to the Puma series.

In a proactive move, Rheinmetall has already begun manufacturing the first ten Lynx vehicles in Germany and Hungary, in collaboration with Ukraine. Papperger highlighted the potential for a significant increase in production rates in Ukraine after an initial ramp-up phase. The German federal government has indicated its willingness to grant the necessary export licenses, paving the way for this ambitious project.

The rapid advancement of this collaboration is due to the already strong partnership between Rheinmetall and Ukraine, with Rheinmetall being the largest defense industry partner for the country. In 2022, Rheinmetall received orders amounting to approximately 900 million euros, a figure that surged to around 2.5 billion euros in 2023. Papperger anticipates even higher order volumes in the coming year.

Rheinmetall's commitment to Ukraine extends beyond vehicle production. The company is already involved in the maintenance of armored vehicles in Ukraine and has been instrumental in training Ukrainian workers in Germany for this purpose. The start of Lynx series production in Hungary further exemplifies the company's expanding footprint in the region.

https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_january_2024_global_security_army_industry/ukraine_welcomes_rheinmetall_s_new_facility_for_production_of_fuchs_and_kf41_lynx_armored_vehicles.html

Harald

Turret options for modern AFVs

Turrets are central to armoured fighting vehicle (AFV) design and house many of the most important subsystems on any platform. These can include the main armament, sensors, fire control systems, and protection systems. The choice of turret can affect greatly what a system can or cannot do.

The market for standalone turrets provides potential users with many options to select from, with many having similar characteristics. Standalone turret choices range from those housing the 12.7 mm heavy machine gun, up to those armed with a 120 mm smoothbore gun. This article will examine the wide variety of turrets, including both large- and medium-calibre turrets, and explore common types of configurations that industry offers.

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https://euro-sd.com/2024/01/articles/36073/turret-options-for-modern-afvs/

Benji87

Er gingen geruchten dat ook Oekraïne in de markt was voor de Lynx. Is dat nog steeds zo of heeft men met Zweden uiteindelijk toch gekozen voor alleen de CV90?

Harald

CitaatCapacity expansion: #Rheinmetall builds first #Lynx #infantry fighting vehicle for #Hungary 🇭🇺 in Hungary

https://twitter.com/RheinmetallAG/status/1737861427686178933?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1737861427686178933%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=



KEY FACTS
- Rheinmetall Hungary builds first Lynx KF41 IFV in Zalaegerszeg plant
- Transfer to Hungarian military in mid-2024
- Ultramodern development and production centre reinforces Rheinmetall's global production network
- Total of 209 Lynx KF41 vehicles in 7 variants ordered; antiaircraft tank now in development

Rheinmetall continues to expand Europe's armoured vehicle production capacity. Following the opening of the Group's production, development and test facility for armoured fighting vehicles in Zalaegerszeg, the first Lynx infantry fighting vehicle to be built in-country in Hungary has now rolled off the assembly line. It is currently undergoing commissioning.

In mid 2024, following comprehensive function, performance and quality inspections in Zalaegerszeg, the first Hungarian-built Lynx will be transferred to the Hungarian armed forces.

"Rheinmetall is steadily expanding its production capacity in Europe in order to meet growing demand from our customers and to support European security", states Rheinmetall executive board chairman Armin Papperger. "Opened in August of this year, our new plant in Hungary is the most advanced production and testing facilities for armoured vehicles anywhere in the world," notes Papperger, going on to point out that it will further strengthen the Group's global production network.

"We're proud of our team in Zalaegerszeg and of our colleagues in Germany, who reached this milestone in record time", declares Paul Walf, managing director of Rheinmetall Hungary.

The Hungarian ministry of defence awarded Rheinmetall a contract in September 2020 worth over €2 billion to supply Hungary with Lynx infantry fighting vehicles and related products and services. In the first production phase, Hungary is taking delivery of 46 Lynx IFVs made in Germany. The first vehicle was already transferred to the Hungarian military in October 2022.  Starting at the end of 2023, the remaining vehicles will be produced in Hungary by Rheinmetall Hungary Zrt., a joint venture company co-owned by Rheinmetall (51%) and the Hungarian state (49%).

Opened in August 2023, Rheinmetall's ultramodern facility in Zalaegerszeg will enable the development and production of state-of-the-art wheeled and tracked armoured fighting vehicles for the Hungarian armed forces. These include the Lynx KF41 family as well as the Evo version of the Panther KF51 main battle tank.

The contract originally envisaged seven variants of the Lynx KF41 for the Hungarian military: the standard infantry fighting vehicle; a command post vehicle; a reconnaissance vehicle; a forward artillery observer vehicle; a mortar track; a field ambulance; and a driver education vehicle. As a further variant, Rheinmetall will develop a Lynx mobile air defence vehicle with a Skyranger 30 turret. The contract for the conceptual development of this variant was signed in December 2023

https://www.rheinmetall.com/en/media/news-watch/news/2023/12/2023-12-21-first-lynx-produced-in-hungary

Harald

Hanwha Defense Australia signs contract for LAND 400 Phase 3 Redback IFVs

Hanwha Defense Australia has signed an approximately $4 billion contract with the Commonwealth for the delivery of 129 AS21 Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs). The program will see all 129 vehicles manufactured in Australia, with vehicle deliveries to begin in 2027 and have the fleet delivered in full by 2028. A series of eight prototype vehicles will also be manufactured in both South Korea and Australia as the program develops.

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https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_december_2023_global_security_army_industry/hanwha_defense_australia_signs_contract_for_land_400_phase_3_redback_ifvs.html

Benji87

Citaat van: Huzaar1 op 04/12/2023 | 16:35 uurHet is nog lang niet een buffel.

Is die ook niet voor bedoelt natuurlijk  :P

Harald

Morocco secretly gets US M1A2 SEPv3 tanks and Bradley IFVs

According to Defense Arabia on November 30, 2023, the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) of Morocco recently received the first shipment of M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams Main Battle Tanks from the United States. The tanks were transported to the southern regions of Morocco using dedicated military trucks, attracting media attention due to the undisclosed number of tanks involved.

https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_december_2023_global_security_army_industry/morocco_secretly_gets_us_m1a2_sepv3_tanks_and_bradley_ifvs.html

Huzaar1

"Going to war without France is like going deer hunting without your accordion" US secmindef - Jed Babbin"

Harald

GDLS studies M10 Booker armoured recovery vehicle

The MWRV will support the M10 Booker Combat Vehicle and has been in LRIP with 96 scheduled to be produced before 2026.

General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) has been studying a Medium Weight Recovery Vehicle (MWRV) to specifically to support potential export sales through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme of the support the M10 Booker Combat Vehicle (previously called Mobile Protected Firepower).

The vehicle has been in Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) by US military vehicle manufacturer GDLS with 96 due to be built followed by full-rate production in 2026.

The M10 Booker Combat Vehicle, which has a combat weight of around 42 tons and fitted with a turret mounted 105 mm rifled gun, will be deployed by the US Army Infantry Brigade


A model of GDLS's Medium Weight Recovery Vehicle based on the M10 Booker Combat Vehicle and shown here in travelling configuration with A frame folded back

https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/landwarfareintl/gdls-studies-m10-booker-armoured-recovery-vehicle/?utm_source=rss-twitter&utm_medium=Sendible&utm_campaign=RSS

Harald

Qatar Discusses Lynx Armored Fighting Vehicle Cooperation with Hungary's Rheinmetall

A delegation of Qatari military leaders paid a visit to the Rheinmetall Hungary plant in Zalaegerszeg, where they were introduced to the advanced capabilities of the Lynx armored fighting vehicle.

Headed by Brigadier General Dr. Yusuf Ahmed al-Kayed, the Qatari delegation was received by Colonel István Hajnal, Deputy Commander, HDF Land Forces Command. Under the guidance of Colonel Zsolt Molnár, Commander, HDF 30th Armored Infantry Brigade, the soldiers of the Hódmezővásárhely unit – a complete Lynx platoon and the crew of the combat vehicle – also participated in the static display.

During the visit, the Qatari guests were given a firsthand look at the manufacturing process of the Lynx armored fighting vehicle, specifically the KF41 variant, within the factory building inaugurated on 18 August. The "big cat" itself, the newly procured Lynx combat vehicle family, was showcased in the showroom.

Under the guidance of Colonel Zsolt Molnár, Commander of the HDF 30th Armored Infantry Brigade, the Qatari delegation witnessed a static display featuring a complete Lynx platoon and the crew of the combat vehicle. The "big cat" demonstrated its prowess on the proving ground, followed by a visit to the experimental shooting hall.

"The visit by the Qatari delegation has created an opportunity for us to present the world's cutting edge infantry fighting vehicle in cooperation with the Hungarian Defence Forces. Besides introducing the outstanding capabilities of the Lynx KF41, we also informed our guests about the current state of the defence industry development projects of Rheinmetall in Hungary," said Renáta Németh-Hermán, the CEO's assistant responsible for press-related tasks at the Hungarian defence industry enterprise.