07 October 2021
by Michael Fabey
A combination of maintenance failures and human error led to the fatal assault amphibious vehicle (AAV) mishap on 30 July 2020 that caused the deaths of eight marines and one sailor, according to the findings of separate investigations by the US Navy (USN) and US Marine Corps (USMC) released on 6 October.
The USN 3rd Fleet conducted the service's investigation, which examined the navy's role in the incident and revealed gaps in the USN and the USMC doctrine and procedures.
22 March 2024
by Kapil Kajal
The armament of the T-72 MBT (pictured above) – taking part in an Indian Army exercise in November 2022 – includes a 125 mm main gun, a 7.62 mm co-axial machine gun, and a 12.7 mm gun. The Indian Army seeks to integrate the CALM system into the tank. (Janes/Kapil Kajal)
The Indian Army has outlined a programme to procure canister-launched anti-armour loiter munition (CALM) systems and associated accessories to enhance the operational efficiency of the mechanised infantry.
21 March 2024
by Sonny Butterworth
A Patgb 300 CAVS showing the unique Swedish modifications to the platform. These include a roof-mounted Kongsberg RS4 Protector ROWS and two banks of four smoke dischargers mounted beneath the windshield. (Patria Land Oy)
Patria and the Swedish Armed Forces announced that Sweden placed a SEK5.3 billion (USD507.4 million) order for 321 Patria 6×6 Common Armoured Vehicle Systems (CAVS) on 20 March.
18 March 2024
by Victor Barreira
An M113BR APC of the Brazilian Army integrated with REMAX 4 weapon system by Ares. (ARES)
Ares Aeroespacial e Defesa, a Brazilian subsidiary of Elbit Systems, has completed the development of an upgraded M113BR armoured personnel carrier (APC) belonging to the 20th Armoured Infantry Battalion of the Brazilian Army.
This self-funded technology demonstrator, developed with technical support from the army's manufacturing directorate, could emerge as a possible option for a potential upgrade of the M113BR by the army, Ares told Janes on 13 March. The upgraded vehicle is scheduled to be trialled in April.
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