US Army to decide on Bradley upgunning
US Army leadership is exploring ways to expand its lethality initiative with top-level discussions taking place about upgunning the Bradley Fighting Vehicle, as well as a potentially replacing the platform’s hull.
Shephard understands from several sources that members of the US Army’s combat vehicle community have been conducting a series of pre-briefing activities in preparation for upcoming Army Requirements Oversight Council (AROC) meetings on the Bradley Fighting Vehicle, as well as on the Stryker.
According to army and industry sources, a Pentagon AROC meeting took place on 26 January with the aim of shaping future enhancements and
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