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May 2, 2026
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AVNL seeks turret upgrades for T-90, T-72

Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited has initiated a key modernization effort through an Expression of Interest for advanced electromagnetic turret traverse systems for T-72 and T-90 tanks. This upgrade replaces...

May 1, 2026
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Redback IFV future warfare overview

The AS21 Redback IFV, developed by Hanwha Aerospace, is a next-generation armored platform selected under Australia’s LAND 400 Phase 3 program. It features advanced survivability through layered armor, active...

April 29, 2026
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UK restarts Ajax armored vehicle trials

The UK Ministry of Defence has cleared the Ajax armoured vehicle program to resume testing following a comprehensive safety review. Trials were paused in 2025 after soldiers reported health...

April 29, 2026
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Romania picks Lynx IFV in $3B defense deal

Romania has selected Rheinmetall’s Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicles in a deal valued at approximately €2.6 billion. The procurement includes 232 tracked vehicles under the EU SAFE program, with...

April 28, 2026
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India unveils BMP-2 replacement armoured platform

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation has introduced a new indigenous armored platform aimed at replacing the Indian Army’s aging BMP-2 fleet. Developed by the Vehicles Research & Development...

April 28, 2026
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Australia picks HIMARS for long-range fires

Australia has selected Lockheed Martin’s HIMARS and Precision Strike Missile to strengthen long-range strike capabilities. The system can engage targets up to 500 km, with future upgrades extending beyond...

April 28, 2026
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Thai Navy inducts 8×8 amphibious vehicles

Thailand has introduced new 8×8 amphibious wheeled armored vehicles (AWAVs) to enhance operational readiness along its eastern borders. These vehicles are designed for multi-role missions, including emergency response, border...

April 27, 2026
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Australia invests $855M in Bushmaster fleet

Australia has committed AUD 1.2 billion to strengthen the Australian Defence Force ground vehicle fleet. The plan includes acquiring 268 next-generation Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle from Thales Group and...

April 26, 2026
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DRDO unveils new tracked, wheeled armour

DRDO has unveiled new tracked and wheeled armoured platforms developed to meet modern battlefield requirements. These vehicles feature a 30 mm crewless turret integrated with anti-tank missile capability, supported...

April 20, 2026
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Indra, IDV sign deal for 34 amphibious vehicles

Spanish firm Indra, in collaboration with IDV, will deliver 34 amphibious combat vehicles based on the SuperAV 8×8 platform. The €374 million program includes troop carriers, command units, recovery...