Land Warfare magazine: light tactical vehicles, tracks vs wheels and more
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Despite the economic chaos ensuing after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, European countries are intent on moving forward with their defence procurement and development programmes.
Features include:
BRINGING IT ON
The age-old tracks versus wheels debate is still going strong, with both militaries and OEMs focused on finding the optimal solution for mobility requirements. Have recent shifts in focus given one an advantage over the other?
LIGHTER LETHALITY
Infantry weapons modernisation has become a central concern for the US Army, which is focusing on its close-combat forces in order to increase lethality and maintain tactical overmatch in future battles.
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STRIKING A BALANCE
While light tactical vehicles offer high levels of mobility, they lack the protection provided by heavier armoured platforms. The key to making the most of these assets is finding a balance between the two.
MANNING DILEMMAS
While crewed turrets have long been vital elements of combat vehicles, there has been significant evolution in recent years, notably through the rise of unmanned alternatives. These changes are driving the development of a diverse range of systems, according to industry experts.
COMBAT GAINS
As the demands of the modern battlespace grow, industry needs to keep pace. Shephard provides an overview of the latest developments and some of the most widely used direct-fire weapons available on the market today.
ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT?
Mortars offer clear advantages to the modern warfighter with their flexibility and low maintenance costs. Can these venerable weapon systems be significantly developed any further though?
STRIKING OUT
The UK Royal Marines are going through a period of transformation that depends heavily on the government’s integrated defence review. The outcome could have major implications for national capability levels.
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