General Dynamics’ [GD]  European Land Systems (ELS) was awarded a contract by the German Procurement Agency for the delivery of 100 EAGLE V Protected Command Vehicles for the GFF Klasse 2 Program.

This contract includes an option for the purchase of 76 additional vehicles. The value of the work was not disclosed.

EAGLE Vehicle    Photo: GDELS

The EAGLE V is a further development of the EAGLE IV fleet, already in service.

It features a larger payload capacity and increased crew protection at the same level of mobility.

The total cost of ownership of these vehicles will be reduced through the EAGLE Family of Vehicles concept, with its high degree of commonality, maintenance-friendly design and proven support solutions.

The vehicles will be jointly manufactured in Switzerland and Germany. The deliveries will start this year and continue throughout 2015, if the option is exercised.

After thorough testing by the Bundeswehr at its proving grounds, the EAGLE V fulfilled all requirements, demonstrating its high agility, tactical mobility, survivability and its suitability for the entire mission spectrum for this class of vehicles, the company said in a statement.

Protected Command Vehicles can be used for various missions by applying modular add-on kits. In addition to the high level of crew protection, the substantial payload capability is designed to meetl future requirements.

Due to its ergonomic design and usability, the EAGLE V is easy to handle and has low training costs.