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At AUSA 2024, BAE Systems is setting new standards in armored vehicle modularity with its latest Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) prototypes. Featuring a green AMPV parked prominently at the showroom, BAE introduces an upgraded AMPV prototype with a powerful 30mm turret, alongside the AMPV Modular Turreted Mortar System (MTMS) recently tested at the Yuma Test Center. BAE’s innovative common top plate technology allows seamless integration of mission-critical equipment across more than 30 turret systems, significantly boosting the AMPV’s adaptability.
The new AMPV prototype—the fifth in a progressive series—includes the compact KONGSBERG Medium Caliber Turret (MCT), chosen for the U.S. Marine Corps’ Amphibious Combat Vehicle program. The platform underscores BAE’s dedication to rapid deployment solutions, offering flexible, cost-effective options that equip U.S. soldiers for today’s and tomorrow’s battlefield demands.
A highlight at AUSA, the AMPV MTMS prototype merges advanced mortar capabilities with BAE’s adaptive hull design, employing the KONGSBERG/Patria NEMO 120mm turreted mortar system. This AMPV variant successfully completed evaluations and a live-fire demonstration, solidifying its readiness for diverse mission roles.
Bill Sheehy, AMPV Program Director at BAE Systems, states, “Our AMPV is purpose-built for mission adaptability, bringing fast, scalable solutions for the Army’s evolving needs.”
BAE Systems is also expanding AMPV production in York, PA, enhancing both pace and scale to meet high-demand future needs.
Edited: Katerina Urbanova
Photo credit: BEA Systems