Eurosatory 2026: Rheinmetall launches new Caracal 6x6 variant
Caracal (6x6) has a significant increase in payload over the current production Caracal (4x4). The vehicle shown has just returned from trials. (Photo: author)
The new Caracal 6x6 is heavier and designed to deliver greater versatility, building on the 4x4 platform that is already established and on order in Europe.
Being shown for the first time is the new Caracal Air Assault Vehicle (AAV) in 6x6 configuration which has been developed by Rheinmetall in close cooperation with Mercedes-Benz and MAGNA -1.
The standard Caracal is in a 4x4 configuration but the proven Mercedes-Benz W464 chassis has been fitted with a brand-new third powered axle and a modular flatbed concept extending to the rear to enable it to undertake a much wider range of battlefield missions such as weapons carrier.
The latest 6x6 version is now undergoing trials and, according to Rheinmetall, the German Army is expected to order the vehicle
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