NZ MOVES ON LIGHT VEHICLE REPLACEMENT

摘要

THE New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) is continuing with the steady renewal of its main operational land vehicle fleets, notifying industry of its intention to replace the army's unprotected Pinzgauer Light Operational Vehicles with new utility platforms. In an 'advance notice of intended future procurement' released on 12 July, the NZ Ministry of Defence (MoD) disclosed it is seeking to acquire both medium and light utility vehicles under Phase 1 of its Protected Mobility Capability Project (PMCP). Phase 1 running from 2018 to 2024 involves replacing the capabilities of the 321-strong eight-variant Pinzgauer fleet, and operational Unimogs. Phase 2, running from 2025/2026, will upgrade or replace the 83-strong NZ Light Armoured Vehicle (NZLAV) capability.