US Army seeks industry support to prepare acquisitions of Group 4+ UAVs
The US Army is keen to hear about vendor designs, strategies and potential hardware and software solutions to inform requirements for procurement efforts.
Arquus launched its e-xpo interactive showroom on 8 June as a response to the cancellation of the Eurosatory 2020 show.
On the first day of the virtual showcase, which runs until 31 July and is hosted on the company website, Arquus launched its new ARMIS range of logistics and tactical trucks including the 4x4, 6x6 (pictured) and 8x8 models. They have been designed for military use and are capable of operating on a variety of demanding terrains and in a range of environmental conditions.
ARMIS vehicles feature new-generation communication and information systems as well as the Hornet Remote-Controlled Weapon Systems (selected by the French Army).
The company also confirmed that it is planning an event in the second half of 2020 which will also display new capabilities across its full range of products.
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The US Army is keen to hear about vendor designs, strategies and potential hardware and software solutions to inform requirements for procurement efforts.
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The Israeli company hopes that producing its Sigma artillery system wholly in the US will help it win a key US Army contract, but it will be up against the popular CAESAR Mk II wheeled weapon and the K9 tracked.
Germany has ordered 84 RCH 155 self-propelled guns, as system incorporating Boxer 8×8 vehicles and the Artillery Gun Module, and 200 Puma Infantry Fighting Vehicles while the UK has committed to a single Early Capability Demonstrator RCH 155.
While integration of guided weapons on modern armoured vehicles usually takes the form of a podded launcher on the turret exterior, recent developments suggest the concept of firing missiles from a tank’s main gun could be seeing a revival.
The order is a further boost for the Common Armoured Vehicles System programme which has notched notable successes in the past 12 months. The first vehicle, made in Finland, will be delivered next year with local production expected to ramp up in 2027.