A new armoured vehicle for the Czech Army?
STV GROUP and Patria AMV XP as the ideal choice, writes CZ DEFENCE
Modernizing 8x8 wheeled armoured vehicles for the Czech Army is a hot topic in the defence sector. As CZ DEFENCE informs, within the framework of the ongoing feasibility study, the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic is looking for the best possible solution that would ensure technological maturity and adequate economic and logistical support in the long term.
A cutting-edge platform with a wide range of customisation options
According to CZ DEFENCE, one of the main candidates is the Patria AMV XP, a modular armoured vehicle that meets NATO standards and offers high ballistic and mine protection, excellent mobility in any terrain, and a wide range of variants, from combat to support versions. It is widely distributed among NATO members and in European territory in general.
Cooperation with the Czech defence industry
The Finnish company Patria has entered into a memorandum of cooperation with STV GROUP, and together, they have regular discussions with other Czech defence industry companies to maximise their involvement in potential deliveries. This concerns both the production itself and the overall life cycle support. According to CZ DEFENCE, this would increase the self-sufficiency of the Czech defence industry, secure jobs, and bring significant economic benefits to the region.
Interoperability within NATO
Patria AMV XP is already part of the armament of several Alliance armies, including Poland and Slovakia. Selecting this platform would facilitate cooperation with allies in logistics, training, and spare parts sharing, a key aspect of modern defence.
The CZ DEFENCE article (pdf) below explains more about the possibility of modernising the Czech Army's 8x8 wheeled armoured vehicles.
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