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Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

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Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

6th April 2026

Leopard MBTs are German-made main battle tanks that have been in service since the Cold War and have undergone several upgrades to remain competitive in modern warfare. This article traces the history and development of the Leopard 1 and 2 as well as its variants, operational service and future prospects.

Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

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Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

3rd April 2026

Recent conflicts have created a surge in interceptor demand worldwide while exposing potential supply chain challenges, positioning India as a cost-effective partner and scalable supplier.

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At DSEI 2025, Avon Protection outlines its latest developments in integrated headgear and respiratory protection systems designed for military and specialist users.

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AUSA 2016: General Motors powers US Army (video)

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AUSA 2016: General Motors powers US Army (video)

3rd October 2016

The US Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) and General Motors together revealed a Chevrolet Colorado ZH2 fuel cell electric vehicle at …

AUSA 2016: New sights for mounted gunners

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AUSA 2016: New sights for mounted gunners

3rd October 2016

Optics manufacturer Trijicon has today launched its new machine gun sight system, which it has dubbed the Machine Gun Reflex Sight (MGRS). The MGRS is designed …

AUSA 2016: Oshkosh showcases 30mm weapon on JLTV (video)

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AUSA 2016: Oshkosh showcases 30mm weapon on JLTV (video)

3rd October 2016

Oshkosh is showing the JLTV at AUSA in Washington DC equipped with a 30mm calibre weapon system instead of the CROWS system it has been …

AUSA 2016: Griffin to tempt US Army (video)

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AUSA 2016: Griffin to tempt US Army (video)

3rd October 2016

General Dynamics has brought a new vehicle to AUSA to show the US Army its ideas for future medium weight fire support. The Griffin tracked …

Integration testing complete for first CPB

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Integration testing complete for first CPB

3rd October 2016

The first Certifiable Predator B (CPB), which itself will be the template for the future UK Protector UAV, has completed integration testing and is expected …

MBDA submits TLVS proposal

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MBDA submits TLVS proposal

3rd October 2016

MBDA has submitted its proposal for Germany’s TLVS programme to the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support, the company announced on …

Helitech 2016: Mi-26T2Vs conversions underway for delivery

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Helitech 2016: Mi-26T2Vs conversions underway for delivery

3rd October 2016

Development work to militarise the Mi-26T2 heavy lift, originally designed for civil use are underway as part of a delivery programme to the Russian military. The …

Helitech 2016: Mi-38 rushed in flight tests

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Helitech 2016: Mi-38 rushed in flight tests

3rd October 2016

Russian Helicopters has launched a new flight test campaign, using the Mi-38-2 prototype, in an effort to expand the type’s operational characteristics upon request by …

Helitech 2016: Safran market pick-up hopes

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Helitech 2016: Safran market pick-up hopes

3rd October 2016

Despite a lot of factors impacting the helicopter engine market, Safran Helicopter Engines are optimistic that developments in China, Russia and India will right the …

AN/TPY-2 radars set to transition to GaN

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AN/TPY-2 radars set to transition to GaN

3rd October 2016

Raytheon will develop a transition to production process to incorporate Gallium Nitride (GaN) components into existing and future AN/TPY-2 radars under a contract modification awarded …

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Italian Navy gets fifth FREMM frigate

3rd October 2016

The Italian Navy received the fifth multi-mission frigate of the FREMM programme from Fincantieri on 30 September 2016. Ten frigates are being built for the …

AUSA 2016: Revision submits SOF helmet offer

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AUSA 2016: Revision submits SOF helmet offer

3rd October 2016

Revision Military has submitted its offering for the US Special Operations Command’s (USSOCOM’s) Family of Tactical Headborne Systems (FTHS) programme. The programme is designed at …

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