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Rheinmetall Displays German Army’s New Puma AIFV At Eurosatory

Defense Daily Staff

Friday, June 27th, 2014

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For the first time, the Rheinmetall AG Puma armored infantry fighting vehicle, being produced for the German army, was displayed earlier this month at the Eurosatory exhibition in Paris. During recent heat (UAE 2013), cold (Norway 2012) and live-fire trials conducted in cooperation with experts from the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment (BAAINBw) and the German army, the Puma performed very well under all climatic conditions, the company said in a statement. The Puma AIFV is the result of a partnership of…

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