ARV by Textron Systems
The Marine Corps has begun testing prototypes of a promising amphibious reconnaissance vehicle (ARV). Cars from General Dynamics Land Systems and Textron Systems reached the test stage. This was reported by the press service of the KMP.
Both companies provided the US Marines with prototypes of new armored vehicles., as part of the first stage of testing, an assessment will be made of the compliance of the machines with the specified parameters, proven mobility in difficult conditions, communication and combat systems, etc..
During the first phase of testing, attention will be focused on mobility in difficult terrain, relevant to the specifics of ARV tasks, as well as on control systems, communications and electronic on-board systems, unmanned aerial system capabilities (C4/UAS) and other characteristics of the vehicle- It said in a statement.
ARV от General Dynamics Land Systems
Contract for the creation of prototypes of combat reconnaissance vehicles under the Advanced reconnaissance vehicle program (advanced reconnaissance vehicle) or ARVs, General Dynamics Land Systems and Textron Systems received back in 2021 year. As part of the agreement, both companies were required to submit an unnamed number of prototypes by the start. 2023 of the year. planned, that the tests will take approximately 6 months, the final decision will be made at the end of this year. The winner will receive a contract for a series of armored vehicles for the US Marine Corps worth at least 6,8 billion. dollars.
As stated in the command of the ILC, The Marine Corps intends to receive a line of vehicles to equip its light reconnaissance battalions. Therefore, the requirements for future armored vehicles include, to keep vehicles light, highly mobile and able to overcome water obstacles. used photos:Dynamics Land Systems/Textron Systems
