BAE Systems showcases modularity of Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle with new prototype at Eurosatory

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BAE Systems has unveiled its fourth Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) prototype at Eurosatory 2024. This prototype, featuring a common top plate or External Mission Equipment Package (ExMEP), showcases the vehicle's modularity and ability to integrate various equipment packages. Equipped with Oshkosh Defense’s Medium Caliber Weapon System (MCWS), the AMPV can adapt to over 30 turret systems, enhancing its versatility for international missions. Recent milestones include a $754 million contract from the U.S. Army for continued production, ensuring full-rate production volumes until February 2027. The AMPV platform, known for its adaptability and cost-effectiveness, provides enhanced survivability and performance over legacy systems.

Positive

• BAE Systems showcased its fourth AMPV prototype, highlighting its modularity.
• The new prototype features Oshkosh Defense’s 30mm MCWS.
• AMPV can adapt to over 30 different turret systems, increasing versatility.
• A recent $754 million contract from the U.S. Army secures production through February 2027.
• The AMPV platform provides enhanced survivability and performance over the legacy M113 FoV.
• Successful demonstration of a C-UAS prototype and a 120mm unmanned Turreted Mortar capability.

Negative

• AMPV prototypes with third-party turrets are not a U.S. Army configuration and lack current investment plans.
• These prototypes demonstrate capabilities but are not part of any existing Army programs.

Fourth turret installation with the common top plate demonstrates modularity of the future-proofed combat platform to U.S. allies and NATO partners

PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BAE Systems’ fourth Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) prototype is being showcased at Eurosatory this week. Configured with a common top plate, also known as the External Mission Equipment Package (ExMEP), the prototype showcases the vehicle’s ability to integrate capabilities and equipment packages internationally.

BAE Systems debuts its fourth Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) prototype at Eurosatory 2024. (Credit: BAE Systems)

This AMPV prototype features Oshkosh Defense’s Medium Caliber Weapon System (MCWS), a 30mm weapon system with planned fielding to the U.S. Army’s Stryker Brigade Combat Teams. The vehicle’s ExMEP can adapt to more than 30 different turret systems and builds on the vehicle’s modularity. This creates a seamless path for international customers to address various mission needs with the AMPV platform.

“This latest prototype demonstrates the capabilities of a common top plate and the options it provides our allies and NATO partners for rapid integration of next-generation technology onto a proven vehicle,” said Bill Sheehy, AMPV program director for BAE Systems. “The adaptability of the AMPV design means we are able to execute new capability integration quickly and efficiently, further proving the platform’s future-proofed design.”

BAE Systems integrated and successfully demonstrated a C-UAS prototype in November 2023, while also integrating and delivering a 120mm unmanned Turreted Mortar capability to the U.S. Army in January 2024. The AMPV NxT prototype was debuted with a 30mm turret at AUSA Global Force in March 2024—all three prototypes using the common top plate.

“No matter the mission, the AMPV will continue to provide the support troops need in battle for generations to come,” Sheehy said. “We look forward to furthering conversations with our allied nations about how fast and effectively we can adapt the AMPV for any operation or role that’s needed.”

Most recently, BAE Systems received a $754 million contract award from the U.S. Army to continue manufacturing the AMPV Family of Vehicles (FoV), guaranteeing a second phase of full-rate production (FRP) volumes through February 2027. This follows the original $797 million FRP contract that was awarded in August 2023.

The five variants currently in production provide enhanced survivability and performance over the legacy M113 FoV. The modular chassis and commonality of the AMPV have proven it to be a low-risk and cost-effective solution that rapidly delivers continued combat overmatch solutions to troop, ready for the battlefield.

The AMPV prototype will be on display in Hall 5A at stand B369. To view the full range of BAE Systems’ capabilities featured at Eurosatory, visit https://www.baesystems.com/en/event/eurosatory.

Disclaimer: Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicles (AMPVs) with third party turrets are not a U.S. Army configuration and are not currently planned for any U.S. investment. These prototypes demonstrate capability opportunities but are not currently part of any Army programs.

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Darby Dame, BAE Systems

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Melonie Wiesner, Oshkosh Defense

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https://oshkoshdefense.com/

Source: BAE Systems

FAQ

What was showcased by BAE Systems at Eurosatory 2024?

BAE Systems showcased its fourth Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) prototype, featuring a common top plate and Oshkosh Defense’s 30mm Medium Caliber Weapon System (MCWS).

What is the significance of the common top plate in the AMPV prototype?

The common top plate or External Mission Equipment Package (ExMEP) allows the AMPV to integrate with over 30 different turret systems, enhancing its modularity and versatility for various missions.

How much is the recent contract BAE Systems received for AMPV production?

BAE Systems received a $754 million contract from the U.S. Army for continued AMPV Family of Vehicles (FoV) production through February 2027.

What capabilities were demonstrated by BAE Systems' AMPV prior to Eurosatory 2024?

BAE Systems successfully demonstrated a C-UAS prototype in November 2023 and a 120mm unmanned Turreted Mortar capability in January 2024, both using the common top plate.

What are the advantages of the AMPV platform?

The AMPV platform offers enhanced survivability, modularity, and performance compared to the legacy M113 Family of Vehicles (FoV), making it a low-risk, cost-effective combat solution.