Australian Army Tests Redback Infantry Vehicle in Melbourne
What happened
In January 2021, the Australian Army conducted a vehicle launch test in Melbourne for the Redback infantry fighting vehicle. This test was part of a risk mitigation effort for Project Land 400 Phase 3, which aims to acquire approximately 450 tracked infantry fighting vehicles. The Redback is competing against Rheinmetall’s Lynx KF41 for the contract, with a winner expected to be announced in 2022.
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Why it matters
The trials are intended to provide objective quality evidence to support a government decision regarding the preferred platform for the Australian Army. The Redback is fitted with active protection, including the Iron Fist system, and meets STANAG Level 6 requirements.
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Who's involved
- Australian ArmyThe land warfare branch of Australia's defence forces conducting the trials.
- Australian Defence ForceThe combined military forces of Australia to which the Australian Army belongs.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Project Land 400 modernization may increase Systematic's requirementsProject Land 400 modernization may increase Systematic's requirementsPossible
- New Australian IFV trials may boost demand for CEA TechnologiesCEA Technologies may benefit from increased demand driven by new Australian IFV trialsPossible
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The entities involved
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Australian Army
land warfare branch of Australia's defence forces
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Melbourne
capital city of Victoria, Australia