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  • Digital Battlespace

    Australia boosts GPR signal processing

    29th August 2017

    Australia has been working with the US to trial vehicle-mounted ground-penetrating radar suitable for detecting improvised explosive devices (IED), according to a press release from …

  • Training

    USMC trials tech in Talisman Saber

    19th July 2017

    The involvement of the USMC’s 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) in Exercise Talisman Saber 2017 in Australia was punctuated by experimentation with new equipment under …

  • Special Operations

    Flyer 60 evaluated by Special Operations

    7th July 2017

    The US Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Command is evaluating the General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS) Flyer 60 as an additional option for ‘fly …

  • Special Operations

    SOFIC 2017: Polaris goes expeditionary (video)

    25th May 2017

    On today's evolving battlefield, special forces around the world are focusing less on heavy armoured vehicles and instead on expeditionary platforms that are able to …

  • Special Operations

    ​SOFIC 2017: Speed is the new stealth

    8th May 2017

    Looking to the next-generation of technologies for special forces, off-road mobility manufacturer Polaris has highlighted speed as one of the major contributors.John Olson, VP and …

  • Land Warfare

    IDEX 2017: Nimr gets UAE vehicle order boost

    23rd February 2017

    The UAE Land Forces has ordered thousands of vehicles from their domestic manufacturer, Nimr, it was announced at IDEX.Although the value of the contract was …

  • Special Operations

    Polaris introduces MRZR-D2 vehicle

    23rd February 2017

    Polaris has developed a new two-seat turbo diesel version of its MRZR vehicle, the company announced on 20 February.Called the MRZR-D2, the new variant has …

  • Land Warfare

    IDEX 2017: GD bids for UAE 4x4

    23rd February 2017

    The UAE Presidential Guard is in the early stages of looking for a new 4x4 for their three units and General Dynamics' OTS division is …

  • Special Operations

    IDEX 2017: Nimr rolls out new vehicle

    19th February 2017

    Nimr Automotive has extended its family of special forces vehicles with the unveiling of its 4x4 Rapid Intervention Vehicle (RIV) at the International Defence Exhibition …

  • Special Operations

    SHOT Show: Polaris reveals initial DAGOR timeline

    25th January 2017

    Polaris has revealed its initial delivery timeline of the DAGOR vehicle for Canada’s Ultra-Light Combat Vehicle (UCLV) requirement. The company was selected by the Canadian government in …

  • Training

    MilSim Asia: ISS Global defuses bomb threats

    11th January 2017

    Already with a foothold in Asia, ISS Global is eyeing further opportunities in the region for its software that is employed by militaries and law …

  • Land Warfare

    Polaris selected for Canada's ULCV contract

    21st December 2016

    Polaris has been selected to provide its DAGOR vehicle for Canada’s Ultra-Light Combat Vehicle (ULCV) requirement, the company announced on 20 December.  The company will …

  • Training

    I/ITSEC 2016: New sims for Australia

    24th November 2016

    Like many armed forces around the world, the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) is embarking on a plan to exploit the use of networked virtual simulation …

  • Military Logistics

    Polaris MRZR ordered by USMC

    14th November 2016

    Polaris Defense will supply the US Marine Corps with 144 four-seat diesel MRZR vehicles under an order announced on 10 November. The vehicles have been …

  • Defence Notes

    Analysis: Mexican defence industry

    20th October 2016

    Mexico has been developing and producing its own weapon systems since the early 20th century and went through phases of building its own aircraft, armoured …

Programme Results - Defence Insight

  • Special operations vehicles

    MRZR 2 (Forecast) (Latvia)

    Programme Background The Latvian Armed Forces have identified a need for off-road tactical military vehicles that will help to increase the responsiveness of its expeditionary ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    MRZR 4 (Latvia)

    Programme Background The Latvian Armed Forces have identified a need for off-road tactical military vehicles that will help to increase the responsiveness of its expeditionary ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    MRZR Alpha LTATV

    Programme Background Polaris Government and Defense was awarded a contract to provide up to 1,500 LTATVs to USSOCOM in September 2013. These were based on ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    LL-UTV (Contracted)

    Programme Background The LL-UTV is intended to increase the tactical mobility of the German Army's airborne forces and possibly also its SOF. A tender for ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    LL-UTV (Options)

    Programme Background The LL-UTV is intended to increase the tactical mobility of the German Army's airborne forces and possibly also its SOF. A tender for ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    Fardier SOV

    Programme Background The French Army's airborne units previously operated 280 Lohr FL500 Fardier utility vehicles to carry heavy equipment. Those vehicles increased the tactical mobility ...

  • Transport/tanker aircraft

    Strategic Tanker Transport [Canada]

    Programme Background This project will replace the existing fleet capability, including strategic airlift, air-to-air refuelling, Aeromedical Evacuations and Strategic Government of Canada transport. The Strategic ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    UAE Presidential Guard Special Operations Vehicles

    The new platform selected by the UAE Presidential Guard must be capable of operating in the UAE's desert terrain and should be able to fit ...

  • Reconnaissance/patrol vehicles

    Caracal 4x4 Light Air Assault (Netherlands - Forecast)

    Programme Background As part of its Defence-wide Replacement Programme of Wheeled Vehicles (DVOW), the Dutch Army initiated the 12kN AASLT Air Assault Vehicle procurement programme ...

  • Reconnaissance/patrol vehicles

    Caracal 4x4 Light Air Assault (Netherlands)

    Programme Background As part of its Defence-wide Replacement Programme of Wheeled Vehicles (DVOW), the Dutch Army initiated the 12kN AASLT Air Assault Vehicle procurement programme ...

  • Reconnaissance/patrol vehicles, Special operations vehicles

    Caracal 4x4 Light Air Assault (Germany)

    Programme Background By 2017, the German Army's airborne forces had initiated two programmes to replace legacy equipment currently in service. The first of these programmes, ...

Equipment Results - Defence Insight

  • Special operations vehicles

    MRZR 4

    The MRZR 4 is derived from the Polaris RZR commercial 4x4 all-terrain vehicle with modifications to make it suitable for military use. The MRZR 4 ...

  • Military UGVs

    MRZR X

    Team Polaris unveiled the unmanned MRZR X multi-mode, connected vehicle for the first time at the AUVSI trade show in 2018. The MRZR X has been ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    MRZR Alpha

    The MRZR Alpha is an improved variant of the Polaris MRZR series developed to meet a US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) requirement for a follow-on Light Tactical ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    MRZR D4

    Unveiled at the Special Operations Forces Industry Conference in May 2016, the MRZR D4 is a high-performance, turbo-charged diesel variant of the MRZR 4 off-road ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    MRZR D2

    Originally introduced in 2013, the MRZR family of vehicles is in service with the US and several other militaries across the world.  On 20 February ...

  • Trailers

    Tactical Trailer

    Polaris Defense developed the single-axle Tactical Trailer, able to carry a 450kg cargo, for use with its family of MRZR all-terrain vehicles. 

  • Special operations vehicles

    MRZR 2

    The MRZR 2 light ATV is derived from the Polaris RZR commercial 4x4 all-terrain vehicle with modifications for military use.  It has front seats for ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    Sportsman MV850

    The Sportsman MV850 is derived from the Polaris Sportsman commercial 4x4 all-terrain vehicle and has been modified for military use. The MV850 seats one with ...

  • Special operations vehicles

    DAGOR/DAGOR A1

    In October 2014 at the AUSA Annual event, Polaris Defense unveiled its 4x4 Deployable Advanced Ground Off-Road (DAGOR) vehicle as its submission for the US ...

  • Sea: procedural training

    Polaris Desktop Bridge Trainer

    Described as a cost-effective alternative for training multiple students, the Polaris Desktop Bridge Trainer incorporates many of the features of the full navy bridge trainer, ...

  • Sea: procedural training

    Polaris Navy Bridge Trainer

    The Polaris Navy Bridge Trainer simulates the bridge of a specific class of naval vessel, or as a generic bridge suitable for training personnel from ...

  • Sea: tactical training

    Proteus Surface Warship CTT

    In addition to the generic Proteus Action Speed Tactical Trainer (ASTT), Kongsberg can also provide Command Team Trainers (CTT) tailored to the specific needs of ...

  • Self-propelled rocket launchers

    Fletcher

    Arnold Defense, which has produced more than 1.1 million 2.75in/70mm rocket launchers for airborne applications since 1961, unveiled the Fletcher 2.75in/70mm Weapon System at the September ...

  • Sea: weapon training

    Proteus Naval Weapon Trainer

    Kongsberg has developed a crew-served and remotely operated simulation architecture that provides man-in-the-loop training for close-in weapon systems. The trainer is already in service as ...

  • Sea: procedural training

    Polaris GMDSS Trainer

    The Polaris Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Trainer includes equipment required to carry out exercises in all aspects of GMDSS and SAR training. ...