NZ begins modernisation of its tactical vehicle fleet
The URO VAMTAC ST5 light vehicle that the NZDF is acquiring, with just 20 contracted initially. (Photo: NZDF)
VAMTAC vehicles are expected to replace one-quarter of New Zealand’s Pinzgauers and Unimogs.
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) is awaiting two new types of tactical utility vehicles from Spain as replacements for long-serving platforms. This represents New Zealand’s first significant defence procurement from Spain.
After signing a contract with UROVESA on 20 November, the NZDF announced that the two vehicle types being procured are the VAMTAC CK3 medium vehicle and VAMTAC ST5 light vehicle. They are being obtained in quantities of 40 and 20 respectively.
The CK3, referred to as the Utility Vehicle Medum, General Variant, has a 4t payload capacity and it is 6.34m long and 2.3m wide. The ST5,
Our news & analysis is now part of Defence Insight®
A Basic-level or higher Defence Insight subscription is now required to view this content.
More from Land Warfare
-
![Europe commits to long-range fires but countries move in different directions]()
Europe commits to long-range fires but countries move in different directions
Sweden, Croatia and France are pursuing different rocket artillery solutions as European armies seek greater reach, survivability and industrial resilience.
-
![More bidders move onto starting grid for British Army Land Rover replacement programme]()
More bidders move onto starting grid for British Army Land Rover replacement programme
The Light Mobility Vehicle segment of the UK’s Land Mobility Programme for the British Army may actually be about to make progress, or at least likely bidders seem to think so. Shephard spoke with several contenders who revealed their views on how the army should replace the ageing fleet.
-
![Northrop Grumman pushing ahead with smaller Integrated Battle Command System]()
Northrop Grumman pushing ahead with smaller Integrated Battle Command System
Northrop Grumman’s Integrated Battle Command System is in service with Polish forces and is being introduced to US forces, with further development underway on the original platform as well as a smaller, more mobile system.
-
![UK’s ground-based air defence effort remains in assessment phase after third industry day]()
UK’s ground-based air defence effort remains in assessment phase after third industry day
The UK’s plan to introduce a new air defence capability into the British Army will cover short and medium-range defence as well as counter-uncrewed aerial system systems. Timelines are not yet laid out but industry is making plans.
