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The Russian invasion of Ukraine has demonstrated the tactical and operational importance of armored vehicles, and it has forced the US and allied nations to continue modernizing their own armored vehicles. In order to maintain growth the US invests $5 billion annually on the acquisition of new armored vehicles. With...

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has demonstrated the tactical and operational importance of armored vehicles, and it has forced the US and allied nations to continue modernizing their own armored vehicles. In order to maintain growth the US invests $5 billion annually on the acquisition of new armored vehicles. With...

As conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza demonstrate the continued tactical and operational importance of armored capabilities in the modern battlespace, it is imperative that the US and allied nations continue to modernize their armored vehicle forces.From June 25-26, leaders in the armored vehicles space will gather in Austin, Texas, for...

Taking place June 25-26, 2024 at the Downright Austin (Formerly known as Sheraton Austin Hotel at the Capitol),  Armored Vehicles USA is the premier US-centered event for comprehensive discussion from across the Armored Vehicles space bringing together 150+ senior executives and attendees from military, industry and academia.>> Download the 2023...

The proliferation of anti-tank missiles has changed the armored domain. Armor is expected to operate in ever more threatening and complex environments, and due to this there has been a renewed interest in Active Protection Systems (APS). C.M Jacobs explores how the US has answered the call for better protection...

The Maneuver Center of Excellence of the U.S. Army is at the heart of the Pentagon’s plans to invest US$1 billion over the next few years for the development of robotics systems, having held their first-ever Robotics Industry Day this summer. “In conventional operations, as well as in the urban...

LAND 400 is the biggest and most expensive acquisition project in the Australian Army’s history, the programme will transform the Army’s Armoured Fighting Vehicle capability, providing support for decades into the future. Defence IQ sat down with Lt Col Chris Mckendry, Land 400 Project ManagerTest & Evaluation to discuss his...

Armoured vehicles continue to be central to any modern fighting force. Recent events have only reinforced the importance of the technology employed, from lethality and protection to situational awareness, but also of doctrine and tactics. From their performance on the battlefield to the development of new near-peer platforms and threats,...

The role of armor has experienced renewed interest due to the Ukraine conflict. While there have been many opinions on the trends we have been seeing, General David G. Perkins offers unique insight through the eyes of someone who has left his mark on armored warfare. A veteran of the...

Despite what critics have alluded to the age of the tank is far from over. We had the privilege of interviewing tank commander Colonel Oleg Hrudsevych on his experience as a Tank Commander in Ukraine. He also holds the prestigious title of Hero of Ukraine for his actions in Mariupol....

Ted Maciuba, deputy director of Robotic Requirements at the US Army Futures Command, pulls back the veil on the cutting-edge world of uncrewed combat ground vehicles. He ventures into the new technologies while also explaining the challenges and trends one needs to adapt to succeed in some of the army’s...