* Germany buys more Puma infantry fighting vehicles?
Army Recognition cited the draft German defense budget for 2025, saying that Germany will spend 1.48 billion euros to buy more Puma infantry fighting vehicles to enhance the capabilities of its mechanized forces and modernize the German army in the face of geopolitical instability in Europe.
The Puma is the German Army's most advanced tracked armoured vehicle, designed to transport and protect mechanised infantry, while providing superior firepower, mobility and battlefield awareness in high-threat environments.
 |
| The Puma infantry fighting vehicle is the German Army's most advanced tracked armoured vehicle. Photo: Army Recognition Group |
Developed by Projekt System & Management GmbH, a joint venture between Rheinmetall and Krauss-Maffei Wegmann, the Puma is one of the most advanced infantry fighting vehicles in the world .
In terms of firepower, the Puma is equipped with a 30mm MK30-2/ABM automatic gun, capable of attacking moving targets with high precision, using anti-infantry and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) programmable ammunition. The vehicle also integrates a dual launcher for Spike-LR anti-tank guided missiles, providing the ability to accurately attack armored threats at ranges of up to 4,000m. In addition, the vehicle is also equipped with a 5.56mm coaxial machine gun for close-range defense.
The Puma is equipped with modular armor, the MUSS 2.0 active protection system detects and neutralizes incoming anti-tank guided missiles with directional countermeasures. The vehicle's internal structure is designed to protect the crew and infantry from mines and improvised explosive devices with shock-absorbing seats and anti-mine equipment under the vehicle.
Powered by a 1,090-horsepower MTU V10 diesel engine mated to a Renk HSWL 256 automatic transmission, the vehicle can reach speeds of over 70km/h. The hydro-pneumatic suspension and low ground pressure ensure high off-road performance, while its compact dimensions allow it to be transported by rail and air. The Puma is also equipped with nuclear, biological and chemical weapons protection; an advanced battlefield management system and a thermal imaging system for operation in all weather conditions, day or night.
* US tests laser weapon system
A recent live-fire exercise at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, marked the first time the US Army has put a laser weapon system into combat.
During the exercise, the Directed Energy Short Range Air Defense (DE M-SHORAD) system, also known as “Guardian”, a 50kW laser weapon was integrated into a Stryker A1 8x8 armored vehicle and fired to destroy small UAVs.
 |
| DE M-SHORAD laser weapon air defense vehicle during a live-fire exercise. Photo: US Army |
The laser system, developed by Raytheon Technologies, consists of a beam controller, an electro-optical/infrared target tracking system and a Ku720 multi-mission radar. The DE M-SHORAD laser weapon is powered by a Li-NCA battery, charged by a diesel generator, ensuring continuous operation in a variety of combat situations. In addition to UAVs, the DE M-SHORAD system is also capable of neutralizing missiles, artillery and mortars.
The Stryker A1 platform offers increased survivability against mines and improvised explosive devices. Powered by a 450-horsepower Caterpillar C9 engine, the vehicle powers the laser system while maintaining mobility.
The deployment of the DE M-SHORAD system marks a significant step forward in the U.S. Army's efforts to integrate directed energy weapons into its air defense strategy to reduce the cost (electric lasers use almost no ammunition per shot) of engaging emerging aerial threats, especially unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
* Turkey delivers KIRPI II armored vehicles and Bayraktar TB2 UAVs to Bosnia and Herzegovina
According to Sarajevo Times, Türkiye has delivered the first four KIRPI II armored vehicles out of a total of 32 to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
 |
| Handover ceremony of Turkish-made KIRPI II armored vehicles to the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Photo: Sarajevo Times |
KIRPI II is a mine-resistant, ambush-protected vehicle manufactured by the Turkish defense company BMC. It features enhanced protection features, high off-road mobility and is suitable for peacekeeping and internal security missions. The deployment of the vehicle will significantly enhance the operational flexibility of the Bosnian Army in various terrains and threat environments.
On this occasion, Türkiye also presented Bosnia and Herzegovina with two Bayraktar TB2 UAVs. Bayraktar TB2 UAVs are known for their ability to carry out intelligence gathering, surveillance, reconnaissance and precision strike missions.
MAI HUONG (synthesis)
* Today's World Military column on the People's Army Electronic Newspaper sends readers the latest information on world military security and defense activities in the past 24 hours.
Source: https://baodaknong.vn/quan-su-the-gioi-hom-nay-30-6-my-thu-nghiem-he-thong-vu-khi-laser-268020.html
Comment (0)