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XM30

The XM30 Combat Vehicle is a new, advanced infantry fighting vehicle being developed for the U.S. Army to replace the M2 Bradley, designed with features like optional crew operation and enhanced combat capabilities.

TECHNICAL DEFINITION

The XM30 Combat Vehicle is the U.S. Army's developmental Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV) designed to succeed the M2 Bradley, integrating advanced lethality (e.g., 50mm cannon), survivability, and optional crewed/uncrewed operations as a next-generation armored fighting vehicle.

BACKGROUND

The XM30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle (MICV), formerly known as the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV), is a U.S. Army program to replace the M2 Bradley infantry fighting vehicle. MICV is one part of the Next Generation Combat Vehicle portfolio of programs.

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SYNONYMS & ALIASES

  • OMFV
  • Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle
  • M2 Bradley replacement
  • NGCV

USAGE NOTE

The 'X' prefix signifies its status as an experimental or prototype system currently undergoing development and testing before full production.

DEVELOPERS

Organizations developing technology related to XM30.

  • General Dynamics Land Systems

    Prime contractor for one of the two competing designs for the U.S. Army's XM30 Combat Vehicle (formerly OMFV) program, responsible for the overall vehicle development and integration.

  • American Rheinmetall Vehicles

    Prime contractor leading 'Team Lynx', one of the two competing teams for the U.S. Army's XM30 Combat Vehicle program, offering the Lynx KF41 platform.

  • RTX Corporation

    A key partner in American Rheinmetall Vehicles' 'Team Lynx' for the XM30 program, contributing advanced mission systems, sensors, and armaments.

  • Textron Systems

    A member of American Rheinmetall Vehicles' 'Team Lynx' for the XM30 program, providing expertise in advanced networked battle management and other vehicle technologies.

  • L3Harris Technologies

    A crucial partner in American Rheinmetall Vehicles' 'Team Lynx' for the XM30 program, focusing on advanced communications, electronic warfare, and vehicle integration solutions.

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