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IFV
An IFV, or Infantry Fighting Vehicle, is an armored military vehicle designed to carry soldiers into battle, protect them from enemy fire, and provide firepower to support their operations. It's equipped with weapons like cannons and machine guns.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
An Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) is a tracked or wheeled armored combat vehicle primarily designed to transport an infantry squad directly into combat, providing significant ballistic protection against small arms and artillery, and delivering substantial direct fire support through an integrated automatic cannon and machine guns, often with anti-tank guided missiles.
BACKGROUND
A military, also known collectively as armed forces, is a heavily armed, highly organized force primarily intended for warfare. Militaries are typically authorized and maintained by a sovereign state, with their members identifiable by a distinct military uniform. They may consist of one or more military branches such as an army, navy, air force, space force, marines, or coast guard. The main task of a military is usually defined as defence of their state and its interests against external armed threats.
READ MORE ON WIKIPEDIASYNONYMS & ALIASES
- Infantry Fighting Vehicle
- MICV
- Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle
- Tracked IFV
- Wheeled IFV
USAGE NOTE
IFVs are a cornerstone of modern mechanized infantry units, offering a critical balance of mobility, protection, and direct fire support for dismounted troops in combined arms warfare.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to IFV.
A global defense contractor that develops and manufactures a range of armored vehicles, including well-known Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) such as the CV90 and the M2/M3 Bradley.
A leading designer and manufacturer of tracked and wheeled military vehicles, including the ASCOD/Ajax family of armored vehicles and variants of the Stryker platform used in IFV roles.
A major German defense contractor involved in the development and production of advanced armored vehicles, notably the Lynx IFV and the Puma IFV (in a joint venture with KMW).
A German defense company specializing in armored vehicles. KMW is a partner in the joint venture for the development and production of the advanced Puma IFV.
A South Korean defense company known for developing and manufacturing advanced combat vehicles, including the K21 and the Redback IFV, which has been selected by various international militaries.
An Italian defense company that designs and produces a wide range of land and naval defense systems, including the Freccia 8x8 wheeled IFV.
A large Chinese state-owned defense corporation that is a primary developer and manufacturer of a wide array of military equipment, including various types of Infantry Fighting Vehicles such as the ZBD-04 and ZBD-05.
A Finnish defense company known for its modular wheeled armored vehicles, particularly the Patria AMV (Armored Modular Vehicle), which is highly adaptable and often configured as an advanced IFV.