The U.S. Army’s next Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV), intended to succeed the iconic Bradley, has seen American Rheinmetall and General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) achieve a significant milestone. Both companies have completed initial design reviews for their proposals, advancing the XM30 project. The Army seeks to replace nearly 3,800 Bradleys, operational since the 1980s, through the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV) program. The hybrid replacements will feature greater lethality and advanced sensors, while decreasing crew requirements and boosting protection and adaptability. Contracts for this phase are valued at $1.6 billion, with the full program expected to cost $45 billion.
