General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS) has been commissioned by the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) to deliver the next-generation reconnaissance vehicle for the German Army Reconnaissance Corps, to be introduced into the troops as «LUCHS 2». The acquisition has a contract value of approximately 3 billion Euro. The reconnaissance vehicle will be based on the most modern PIRANHA 6x6 wheeled vehicle variant with amphibious capability and will succeed the light 4x4 reconnaissance vehicle FENNEK.
The highly specialized reconnaissance vehicle system, which will set new standards in terms of autonomy and acoustic as well as thermal signature, features state-of-the-art, networked reconnaissance sensor technology, superior mobility, and assertiveness. Furthermore, the scope of delivery includes training equipment and simulators, as well as logistical support services.
“It is both an honor and an obligation for us to have been selected as the prime contractor for the development and delivery of the new reconnaissance vehicle for the Bundeswehr’s Army Reconnaissance Force. We are proud to have prevailed in a competitive acquisition of this highly technologically demanding key project. Now, our primary objective is to deliver the new reconnaissance vehicle, in collaboration with our partners, to the troops in accordance with the contract on cost and schedule. We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone involved, especially the German procurement agency BAAINBw, for their professional, constructive, and goal-oriented cooperation," said Dr. Thomas Kauffmann, GDELS Chief Sales Officer and Managing Director of GDELS Deutschland.
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Download free sample pages More information"With the decision to select our PIRANHA 8x8 for the TaWAN project, and now the PIRANHA 6x6 for the next generation reconnaissance vehicle project, the German Armed Forces has expressed its confidence in GDELS to make a substantial contribution. The selection of the Bundeswehr once again underscores our expertise and capabilities as one of the leading land systems providers in Europe. Our customers can fully rely on GDELS as a proven partner," concluded GDELS President Antonio Bueno.
