The Future Shape of the U.S. Armoured Force

摘要

The Ground Combat Vehicle Program uses an incremental or block approach to develop and procure ground combat vehicles based on technology maturity, schedule and affordability while addressing key operational gaps in force protection, vehicle capability and full spectrum fighting capability. The first Ground Combat Vehicle, to be delivered seven years from technology development vehicle will be the Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV), offering a highly survivable platform for delivering a nine-soldier infantry squad to the battlefield.