BAE Systems has secured a new $390-million contract to supply additional Bradley A4 infantry fighting vehicles to the US Army, reinforcing efforts to modernize frontline armored units. The latest procurement is intended to replace legacy Bradley variants, providing soldiers with improved protection, advanced firepower, and greater battlefield survivability.
The Bradley platform has been a core asset for US Armored Brigade Combat Teams since the early 1980s, with more than 6,500 units currently fielded. The A4 configuration introduces upgraded digital systems, enhanced network connectivity, and modern situational-awareness technologies that enable crews to operate more effectively in contested and fast-moving environments. Production will be carried out across several BAE facilities in South Carolina, Alabama, Minnesota, California, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, with sustainment support from the Red River Army Depot in Texas.
Deliveries of the first vehicles under this contract are scheduled for October 2026. The Bradley system measures 22 feet (7 meters) and can transport up to 10 personnel. Its armor suite includes specialized laminate armor offering 14.5–30 millimeters of protection, supplemented by explosive reactive armor to counter rocket-propelled grenade threats. The vehicle is typically armed with a 25mm Bushmaster chain gun, anti-tank guided missiles, and an M240 machine gun.
Powered by a 600-horsepower Cummins VTA-903T diesel engine, the Bradley A4 can reach speeds of up to 35 miles (56 kilometers) per hour and has an operational range of approximately 250 miles (402 kilometers). These enhancements maintain the Bradley’s standing as one of the US Army’s most reliable and combat-proven infantry fighting vehicles.
