Miragedriver
Brigadier
Parliament of Peru confirmed December 13, 2013 the bid for Chinese-made artillery systems. According to some military sources, the Peruvian army could be equipped with the Type 90B Chinese 122mm MLRS to replace BM-21
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Looks like Norinco has misgivings and decided not to bid this time around after what happened 4 years ago, where Peru awarded contract for Vt1A and subsequently cancelling the contract.
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TerraN_EmpirE
Tyrant King
Latin America has a aversion to Tanks on a whole, they seem to favor lighter fare.
Miragedriver
Brigadier
True. Mostly because the majority of the bridge and rail infrastructure cannot accommodate vehicle heavier than 40 metric tons.
Miragedriver
Brigadier
One mechanised infantry unit of Brazilian army has take delivery of new Guarani 6x6 armoured.
One mechanised infantry unit of the Brazilian army has take delivery of the first batch of the new armoured vehicles. The new vehicle is developed by Iveco and the Brazilian Army to replace all by 2015
In December 2007 a contract was signed between IVECO L.A. and the Brazilian MOD to co-develop a project which has been called Wheeled Medium Armoured Personnel Carrier– Basic Platform (VBTP-MR). The project will be supported by IVECO Defence Vehicles, situated in Northern Italy, which is dedicated to designing and manufacturing vehicles for military applications.
On November 2009, the Brazilian Defence Minister, Nelson Jobim, announced that President Lula had authorized the start of production for 2044 new vehicles with the new name Guarani. In December 2009, Brazil signed a EUR 2.5 billion deal with Italy’s Iveco that aims to renew its wheeled armored personnel carrier fleet.
The first 13 vehicles werte delivered to the 33rd Motorized Infantry Battalion of the 15th Mechanized Infantry Brigade of the Brazilian army.
The VBTP-MR is based on a 6×6 version of Iveco's Superav armoured personnel carrier.
The Guarani was presented for the first time at the Defence Exhibition LAAD in April 2011. In December 2012, The Italian Defence Company IVECO has delivered the first batch of VBTP-MR Guarani 6x6 armoured vehicle to the Brazilian army.
The Guarani is a wheeled amphibious armoured vehicle which can carry a tottal of 11 soldiers. The vehicle can be fitted with a full range of weapons stations. One of the variant order by the Brazilian Army will be equipped with an UT30 turet, armed with a 30mm gun and 7.62 mm coaxial machine gun. This remote controlled weapon station are being delivered by Elbit's Brazilian subsidiary.
One mechanised infantry unit of the Brazilian army has take delivery of the first batch of the new armoured vehicles. The new vehicle is developed by Iveco and the Brazilian Army to replace all by 2015
In December 2007 a contract was signed between IVECO L.A. and the Brazilian MOD to co-develop a project which has been called Wheeled Medium Armoured Personnel Carrier– Basic Platform (VBTP-MR). The project will be supported by IVECO Defence Vehicles, situated in Northern Italy, which is dedicated to designing and manufacturing vehicles for military applications.
On November 2009, the Brazilian Defence Minister, Nelson Jobim, announced that President Lula had authorized the start of production for 2044 new vehicles with the new name Guarani. In December 2009, Brazil signed a EUR 2.5 billion deal with Italy’s Iveco that aims to renew its wheeled armored personnel carrier fleet.
The first 13 vehicles werte delivered to the 33rd Motorized Infantry Battalion of the 15th Mechanized Infantry Brigade of the Brazilian army.
The VBTP-MR is based on a 6×6 version of Iveco's Superav armoured personnel carrier.
The Guarani was presented for the first time at the Defence Exhibition LAAD in April 2011. In December 2012, The Italian Defence Company IVECO has delivered the first batch of VBTP-MR Guarani 6x6 armoured vehicle to the Brazilian army.
The Guarani is a wheeled amphibious armoured vehicle which can carry a tottal of 11 soldiers. The vehicle can be fitted with a full range of weapons stations. One of the variant order by the Brazilian Army will be equipped with an UT30 turet, armed with a 30mm gun and 7.62 mm coaxial machine gun. This remote controlled weapon station are being delivered by Elbit's Brazilian subsidiary.
Miragedriver
Brigadier
Colombia aims to develop its defense industries in collaboration with South Korea.
Colombia is aiming to regenerate and develop its defense industries as a potential new revenue base and has clinched new collaboration with South Korea in one of its latest deals toward that goal, official data show. Colombia is already seen by defense exporters as a major market, expected to spend $99.9 billion on defense equipment in a 2011-16 program to counter both internal and external threats, Australian government data indicates.
However, Colombia's new focus is on becoming a manufacturer and exporter rather than remaining a net importer of defense and security equipment, a constant drain on its national budget resources.
A local defense industry that is viewed abroad as rather low-tech is up for transformation as the government of President Juan Manuel Santos considers new strategies for foreign direct investment and offset programs.
The Colombian government has taken initial steps to develop its domestic defense industry by encouraging direct offsets and technology transfers, an ICD Research report on the sector said.
"The Colombian Defense Sector: Market Opportunity and Entry Strategy, Analyses and Forecasts to 2015" cited instances of developments in the sector.
Amid stiff competition from exporters and limited investment, Colombia's three major defense suppliers have struggled to grow, in sharp contrast to defense industry regeneration programs under way in neighboring Brazil.
Of Colombia's emerging players, Industria Militar makes footwear, uniforms and accessories, Cotecmar maintains and repairs ships and Sudamin A&D S.A. works with the Colombian air force on logistical support. Close defense ties with U.S. forces have been a constant in the country's military development over the past several decades.
With political stability and economic progress has come increased emphasis on developing the defense sector.
South Korean defense company Lig Nex 1 said it will help Colombia's armed forces develop sonars and radars for the country's defense sector, El Espectador newspaper said.
Lig Nex 1 will work with the Colombian defense industry installations in Villavicencio, central Colombia, to develop projects to design, develop, manufacture, assemble, integrate and test the operation of sensors.
Lig Nex 1 says it is keen to be part of the defense industry growth in Colombia, El Espectador reported.
Colombia recently purchased 16 missiles from Lig Nex 1 for deployment on four of the Colombian navy vessels.An Australian defense brief for exporters said the Colombian military's extensive modernization would lead to the increased procurement of military hardware, including aircraft, armored vehicles and small arms.
Defense and security training and counter measures against cyber warfare are among areas ripe for development in Colombia, the brief indicated.
Colombia is aiming to regenerate and develop its defense industries as a potential new revenue base and has clinched new collaboration with South Korea in one of its latest deals toward that goal, official data show. Colombia is already seen by defense exporters as a major market, expected to spend $99.9 billion on defense equipment in a 2011-16 program to counter both internal and external threats, Australian government data indicates.
However, Colombia's new focus is on becoming a manufacturer and exporter rather than remaining a net importer of defense and security equipment, a constant drain on its national budget resources.
A local defense industry that is viewed abroad as rather low-tech is up for transformation as the government of President Juan Manuel Santos considers new strategies for foreign direct investment and offset programs.
The Colombian government has taken initial steps to develop its domestic defense industry by encouraging direct offsets and technology transfers, an ICD Research report on the sector said.
"The Colombian Defense Sector: Market Opportunity and Entry Strategy, Analyses and Forecasts to 2015" cited instances of developments in the sector.
Amid stiff competition from exporters and limited investment, Colombia's three major defense suppliers have struggled to grow, in sharp contrast to defense industry regeneration programs under way in neighboring Brazil.
Of Colombia's emerging players, Industria Militar makes footwear, uniforms and accessories, Cotecmar maintains and repairs ships and Sudamin A&D S.A. works with the Colombian air force on logistical support. Close defense ties with U.S. forces have been a constant in the country's military development over the past several decades.
With political stability and economic progress has come increased emphasis on developing the defense sector.
South Korean defense company Lig Nex 1 said it will help Colombia's armed forces develop sonars and radars for the country's defense sector, El Espectador newspaper said.
Lig Nex 1 will work with the Colombian defense industry installations in Villavicencio, central Colombia, to develop projects to design, develop, manufacture, assemble, integrate and test the operation of sensors.
Lig Nex 1 says it is keen to be part of the defense industry growth in Colombia, El Espectador reported.
Colombia recently purchased 16 missiles from Lig Nex 1 for deployment on four of the Colombian navy vessels.An Australian defense brief for exporters said the Colombian military's extensive modernization would lead to the increased procurement of military hardware, including aircraft, armored vehicles and small arms.
Defense and security training and counter measures against cyber warfare are among areas ripe for development in Colombia, the brief indicated.
Miragedriver
Brigadier
The Brazilian Defense Industry to reach a value of $18.2 billion by 2019
The Brazilian defense industry is one of the fastest-growing global defense markets, and aims to decrease its dependence on foreign OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) by enhancing its domestic defense capabilities. The country‘s capital expenditure grew at a CAGR of 5.8% over the review period and is expected to record a CAGR of 9.40% during the forecast period, to reach a value of US$18.20 billion by 2019.
The Market Research and Industry Reports website provides a report in-depth analysis of the Brazilian defense market, with identification of market drivers augmenting its provision of data on the current industry size and growth expectations to 2018. Together with its investigation of the industry structure and procurement dynamics, with analysis of the competitive landscape of the Bangladeshi defense industry, and its assessment of the business environment, Future of the Brazilian Defense Industry – Market Attractiveness, Competitive Landscape and Forecasts to 2018 should be considered required reading for those serious about capitalizing on the significant opportunities it holds.
Key insights include:
During the forecast period, Brazil‘s defense expenditure will be driven by the following factors:
Modernization of defense systems
The Brazilian MoD is increasing efforts to replace its aging military systems and equipment acquired during the Soviet era. The country is expanding its naval fleet to increase regional maritime security by procuring Amazonas Class Ocean Patrol Vessels from UK and France. Furthermore, in an agreement signed with France in 2008, Brazil jointly manufacturing four Scorpene attack submarines, anticipated to enter service in 2017 along with a nuclear-powered submarine to be commissioned in 2023. Additionally in 2013, the Brazilian Air Force has chosen Saab‘s Gripen over other prospects which included Dassault‘s Rafale jet and Boeing‘s F/A 18 Super Hornet under a US$4.5 billion contract to provide 36 fighter jets by 2020.The country‘s defense ministry is also currently in the process of strengthening its military ties with Russia having initiated a US$1 billion planned procurement of anti-aircraft missile batteries.
Brazilian sporting events will be the key factor driving homeland security
Brazil‘s ambitious international sporting events are anticipated to boost the country‘s spending on the homeland security during the forecast period. Millions of spectators are expected to attend the 2014 Football World Cup and 2016 Olympics, which will take place in Brazil and will require additional security. The country has invested significantly in command and control centers, training, and security
The Brazilian defense industry is one of the fastest-growing global defense markets, and aims to decrease its dependence on foreign OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) by enhancing its domestic defense capabilities. The country‘s capital expenditure grew at a CAGR of 5.8% over the review period and is expected to record a CAGR of 9.40% during the forecast period, to reach a value of US$18.20 billion by 2019.
The Market Research and Industry Reports website provides a report in-depth analysis of the Brazilian defense market, with identification of market drivers augmenting its provision of data on the current industry size and growth expectations to 2018. Together with its investigation of the industry structure and procurement dynamics, with analysis of the competitive landscape of the Bangladeshi defense industry, and its assessment of the business environment, Future of the Brazilian Defense Industry – Market Attractiveness, Competitive Landscape and Forecasts to 2018 should be considered required reading for those serious about capitalizing on the significant opportunities it holds.
Key insights include:
During the forecast period, Brazil‘s defense expenditure will be driven by the following factors:
Modernization of defense systems
The Brazilian MoD is increasing efforts to replace its aging military systems and equipment acquired during the Soviet era. The country is expanding its naval fleet to increase regional maritime security by procuring Amazonas Class Ocean Patrol Vessels from UK and France. Furthermore, in an agreement signed with France in 2008, Brazil jointly manufacturing four Scorpene attack submarines, anticipated to enter service in 2017 along with a nuclear-powered submarine to be commissioned in 2023. Additionally in 2013, the Brazilian Air Force has chosen Saab‘s Gripen over other prospects which included Dassault‘s Rafale jet and Boeing‘s F/A 18 Super Hornet under a US$4.5 billion contract to provide 36 fighter jets by 2020.The country‘s defense ministry is also currently in the process of strengthening its military ties with Russia having initiated a US$1 billion planned procurement of anti-aircraft missile batteries.
Brazilian sporting events will be the key factor driving homeland security
Brazil‘s ambitious international sporting events are anticipated to boost the country‘s spending on the homeland security during the forecast period. Millions of spectators are expected to attend the 2014 Football World Cup and 2016 Olympics, which will take place in Brazil and will require additional security. The country has invested significantly in command and control centers, training, and security
Miragedriver
Brigadier
Army of Venezuela to modernize French-made AMX-13 APC with Russian-made turret MB2-04.
The army of Venezuela has modernized the French-made AMX-13 (APC-VTT) tracked armoured vehicle personnel carrier with new Russian-made turret MB2-04 armed with a 2A42 30mm automatic cannon and one 30mm automatic grenade launcher AGS-17
The prototype of this new modernization project for AMX-13 APC was made in 2013 by the Venezuelan Army Armoured Institute with the help of Russian engineers.Around 70 AMX-13 APCs are currently in service with the Venezuelan army.
According to our analysis, the new modernized AMX-13 APC is fitted with the Russian turret MB2-04 designed and manufactured by the Company Muromteplovoz.
This weapon station is able to destroy ground targets as light tactical armoured vehicles or military trucks, but can be also used against aerial targets flying at low altitude as helicopters our UAVs.
The MB2-04 weapon station is armed with a 30mm 2A42 automatic cannon, one 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, and one 12.7mm Kord heavy machine gun. Three smoke grenade dischargers are mounted to each side of the turret. The MB2-04 turret is fully stabilized and equipped with day/night vision with TKN-4GA sight. The turret can rotate on 360° with elevation from -5° to +70°.
According to Venezuelan army report, it’s also planning to install the MB2-04 turret on wheeled armoured vehicle Cadillac Cage V-100 Commando
The army of Venezuela has modernized the French-made AMX-13 (APC-VTT) tracked armoured vehicle personnel carrier with new Russian-made turret MB2-04 armed with a 2A42 30mm automatic cannon and one 30mm automatic grenade launcher AGS-17
The prototype of this new modernization project for AMX-13 APC was made in 2013 by the Venezuelan Army Armoured Institute with the help of Russian engineers.Around 70 AMX-13 APCs are currently in service with the Venezuelan army.
According to our analysis, the new modernized AMX-13 APC is fitted with the Russian turret MB2-04 designed and manufactured by the Company Muromteplovoz.
This weapon station is able to destroy ground targets as light tactical armoured vehicles or military trucks, but can be also used against aerial targets flying at low altitude as helicopters our UAVs.
The MB2-04 weapon station is armed with a 30mm 2A42 automatic cannon, one 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, and one 12.7mm Kord heavy machine gun. Three smoke grenade dischargers are mounted to each side of the turret. The MB2-04 turret is fully stabilized and equipped with day/night vision with TKN-4GA sight. The turret can rotate on 360° with elevation from -5° to +70°.
According to Venezuelan army report, it’s also planning to install the MB2-04 turret on wheeled armoured vehicle Cadillac Cage V-100 Commando
Miragedriver
Brigadier
Brazil to donate 25 light tanks M41C to armed forces of Uruguay to replace M24 Chaffee.
The Brazilian Parliament has agreed the donation of 25 light tanks M41C to Uruguay. The negotiations about this transfer have started in 2011, and now the agreement is accepted by the two countries and the United States Department of Defense.
Brazil still has a fleet of 150 M41, which have been replaced for frontline units by German Leopard main battle tanks.
The cost of the transfer for the 25 light tanks is around $150,000 and will be paid by the Brazilian government.
These M41C light tanks will be delivered to the Cavalry and Armoured Infantry units of the Army Uruguay to replace old M24 Chaffee.
The Light Tank M24 Chaffe was an American light tank used during the end of the World War II and in postwar conflicts including the Korean War and, with the French, in the War in Algeria and the First Indochina War. A total of 17 M24 Chaffe tanks are still in service with the armed forces of Uruguay.
Uruguay has also 22 M41UR armed with a 90 mm Cockerill cannon in place of the original 76mm light gun. The M41C is a Brazilian upgrade of the standard M41 Walker Bulldog developed by United States after the World War II.
The latest version of the M41C is motorized with Brazilian build Saab-Scania DS-14A O4 eight cylinder diesel engine with modifications to the rear hull and electrical system. The transmission package is upgraded allowing the tank to run at a speed of 70 km/h. Night vision and a laser range finder is added to the gun sight. Additional spaced armour plates are added to the forward part of the hull, glacis plate and turret. Four smoke grenade dischargers were added to each side of the turret. The original 76 mm M32 gun is replaced by a 90 mm Ca 76/90 M32 BR3 gun with thermal sleeve and muzzle break made in Brazil.
The Brazilian Parliament has agreed the donation of 25 light tanks M41C to Uruguay. The negotiations about this transfer have started in 2011, and now the agreement is accepted by the two countries and the United States Department of Defense.
Brazil still has a fleet of 150 M41, which have been replaced for frontline units by German Leopard main battle tanks.
The cost of the transfer for the 25 light tanks is around $150,000 and will be paid by the Brazilian government.
These M41C light tanks will be delivered to the Cavalry and Armoured Infantry units of the Army Uruguay to replace old M24 Chaffee.
The Light Tank M24 Chaffe was an American light tank used during the end of the World War II and in postwar conflicts including the Korean War and, with the French, in the War in Algeria and the First Indochina War. A total of 17 M24 Chaffe tanks are still in service with the armed forces of Uruguay.
Uruguay has also 22 M41UR armed with a 90 mm Cockerill cannon in place of the original 76mm light gun. The M41C is a Brazilian upgrade of the standard M41 Walker Bulldog developed by United States after the World War II.
The latest version of the M41C is motorized with Brazilian build Saab-Scania DS-14A O4 eight cylinder diesel engine with modifications to the rear hull and electrical system. The transmission package is upgraded allowing the tank to run at a speed of 70 km/h. Night vision and a laser range finder is added to the gun sight. Additional spaced armour plates are added to the forward part of the hull, glacis plate and turret. Four smoke grenade dischargers were added to each side of the turret. The original 76 mm M32 gun is replaced by a 90 mm Ca 76/90 M32 BR3 gun with thermal sleeve and muzzle break made in Brazil.
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Miragedriver
Brigadier
IVECO Defence vehicles presents its light multirole 6x6 amphibious armoured vehicle at DSA 2014.
The Italian Company IVECO Defence Vehicles presents its light multirole amphibious 6x6 armoured vehicle VBTP at DSA 2014, the Defense Services Asia Exhibition in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This new family of armoured vehicles has been developed jointly by Iveco and the Brazilian Army (DCT - Department of Science and Technology) following the contract signed on December 18, 2009. The supply of the VBTP-MR will amount to 2044 vehicles, being delivered until the year 2030, with a contract value of over €2 billion.
The VBTP is a new family of 18 tonne 6x6 armoured, amphibious vehicles. It uses an Iveco-FPT 9-litre, 281 kW (383 HP) bi-fuel common-rail engine, coupled to an automatic gearbox. It is capable of carrying 11 soldiers. The vehicle is 7.0 metres long, 2.7 metres wide and 2.3 metres high can be transported by C-130 Hercules and KC-390 aircrafts. The VBTP can be equipped with manned and unmanned turrets carrying armament from 5.56 to 30 mm.
The vehicle are being produced in a new production unit in Sete Lagoas (Brazil). With an estimated production capacity of more than 100 units per year and deliveries scheduled for the next 20 years, the new plant started production in 2013.
The Brazilian Army has named the VBTP vehicle as “Guarani”. The Guarani is designed to provide the basis for a family of vehicles capable of filling a multitude of roles. The adoption of a modular approach to product development provides a number of advantages such as product variety without un-necessary re-engineering (reducing timescales and costs), optimum combination of power, protection and payload and flexibility in operation and support through improved serviceability and ease of upgrade. With different configurations to fulfil such roles as personnel carrier, reconnaissance, rescue, ambulance, etc, it will meet a whole range of operational needs and will reinforce the Army’s operational capability in scenarios which are particularly suited to this type of vehicle.
The use of COTS main assemblies (Commercial Off The Shelf) ensures outstanding levels of reliability and consequently excellent fleet availability, ease of maintenance and low whole life costs
The Italian Company IVECO Defence Vehicles presents its light multirole amphibious 6x6 armoured vehicle VBTP at DSA 2014, the Defense Services Asia Exhibition in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This new family of armoured vehicles has been developed jointly by Iveco and the Brazilian Army (DCT - Department of Science and Technology) following the contract signed on December 18, 2009. The supply of the VBTP-MR will amount to 2044 vehicles, being delivered until the year 2030, with a contract value of over €2 billion.
The VBTP is a new family of 18 tonne 6x6 armoured, amphibious vehicles. It uses an Iveco-FPT 9-litre, 281 kW (383 HP) bi-fuel common-rail engine, coupled to an automatic gearbox. It is capable of carrying 11 soldiers. The vehicle is 7.0 metres long, 2.7 metres wide and 2.3 metres high can be transported by C-130 Hercules and KC-390 aircrafts. The VBTP can be equipped with manned and unmanned turrets carrying armament from 5.56 to 30 mm.
The vehicle are being produced in a new production unit in Sete Lagoas (Brazil). With an estimated production capacity of more than 100 units per year and deliveries scheduled for the next 20 years, the new plant started production in 2013.
The Brazilian Army has named the VBTP vehicle as “Guarani”. The Guarani is designed to provide the basis for a family of vehicles capable of filling a multitude of roles. The adoption of a modular approach to product development provides a number of advantages such as product variety without un-necessary re-engineering (reducing timescales and costs), optimum combination of power, protection and payload and flexibility in operation and support through improved serviceability and ease of upgrade. With different configurations to fulfil such roles as personnel carrier, reconnaissance, rescue, ambulance, etc, it will meet a whole range of operational needs and will reinforce the Army’s operational capability in scenarios which are particularly suited to this type of vehicle.
The use of COTS main assemblies (Commercial Off The Shelf) ensures outstanding levels of reliability and consequently excellent fleet availability, ease of maintenance and low whole life costs
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