ST Engineering is advancing plans for Singapore’s next phase of ground combat modernization with the development of a new infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) designed to counter evolving battlefield threats.
The next-generation IFV will be based on the company’s Terrex s5 platform, further expanding its family of 8×8 armored vehicles. The design will incorporate a range of digitalized systems to enhance situational awareness, along with advanced vehicle electronics and upgraded firepower.
The platform is also expected to feature a cyber-secure Generic Vehicle Architecture, intended to protect onboard systems against modern cyber threats. Powered by a hybrid-electric drivetrain, the Terrex s5 can operate quietly, enabling stealthy movement to reduce detectability on the battlefield.
With fewer moving components than traditional platforms, the vehicle is designed for improved reliability, extended service life, and simplified maintenance. It can carry up to 12 personnel, including two primary operators who control a multi-mission workstation capable of automatically detecting and tracking targets, managing deployed drones, and operating a 360-degree driving system with pre-programmed routes.
The Terrex s5 measures 8.5 meters in length and 3 meters in width. In its unarmed configuration, the vehicle stands 2.7 meters tall and supports a mission payload of up to 13,000 kilograms.
According to ST Engineering, the Terrex s5 will strengthen its integrated defense portfolio for nations seeking proven and resilient solutions to enhance national defense capabilities. Delivery of the new IFVs is scheduled to begin in 2028.
