APC Development and related topics.

[Pibwl]

Slovakia still:

Bought Patria AMV XP wheeled IFVs, named BOV locally. Armed with the same Turra-30 turret as BVP-M, although the gun was designated GTS-30/N and fit to fire NATO 30x173mm rounds.
The first were received in 7/24, although probably it takes some time until the first unit is ready.
https://armyrecognition.com/news/arm...-patria-amv-xp
https://defence-blog.com/slovakia-un...hting-vehicle/

I believe Polish 686 Rosomak might serve as a pattern, with green 3541 icon. Armour level should be similar, since the Slovak vehicle also has water screws (Polish uparmoured Rosomaks M1 lost floating capability)

By the end of 2025 there are expected first CV90 Mk IV, armed with 35 mm autocannon, Spike-LR and Iron Fist active protection system.
https://armyrecognition.com/news/arm...anized-brigade

[FASTBOAT TOUGH]

I thought the Polish Borsuk IFV was pretty much a done deal until I just pulled this from my email while checking it for the day.

Apparently, it isn't the initial contract is not even signed and there's this...
"Paweł Bejda stated that various foreign designs are currently under consideration, including those from South Korea, Germany, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the United States. At this stage, however, it is too early to identify a frontrunner."

The article does state that... "the Ministry of Defense (MON) expects the contract to be signed not within months or weeks, but within days."

I've discussed the Polish contract workings last Summer (Late.) in another post where the Executive approval process can go up to 3 to 5 levels before the final approval to procure or order additional equipment can go ahead. As the article states the above hasn't yet completed the first level yet.
https://defence24.com/armed-forces/l...t=tbtl2wsjbhyq

I'm a regular subscriber on this site for disclosure.

Regards,
Pat

[DRG]

Originally Posted by FASTBOAT TOUGH

I thought the Polish Borsuk IFV was pretty much a done deal until I just pulled this from my email while checking it for the day.

Apparently, it isn't the initial contract is not even signed and there's this...
"Paweł Bejda stated that various foreign designs are currently under consideration, including those from South Korea, Germany, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the United States. At this stage, however, it is too early to identify a frontrunner."

The article does state that... "the Ministry of Defense (MON) expects the contract to be signed not within months or weeks, but within days."

I've discussed the Polish contract workings last Summer (Late.) in another post where the Executive approval process can go up to 3 to 5 levels before the final approval to procure or order additional equipment can go ahead. As the article states the above hasn't yet completed the first level yet.
https://defence24.com/armed-forces/l...t=tbtl2wsjbhyq

I'm a regular subscriber on this site for disclosure.

Regards,
Pat

So they don't have any at all ?

I checked a couple of other websites and found a lot of vague info but nothing to even indicate when some might actually be ready aside from a few prototypes Wiki gives contradictory into saying "The first IFVs are expected to be delivered in 2024" then later "Negotiations for an initial contract of 159 vehicles are ongoing"

I'm going to go with a WAG of 3/26

[Pibwl]

You should have asked me
I haven't even mentioned Borsuk, since there is no chance of any in 2025. Hopefully in 2026.
If it is needed, I can research its specifications. The armour is obviously a secret, but AFAIR Polish expert J. Wolski claimed, that in spite of its lightness and floating capability, it offers very high degree of protection for its weight.