BAE Systems Secures More Than US$140 Million Contract for 250 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles
24 Feb 2010 | Ref. 037/2010
BENONI, South Africa. -- BAE Systems Land Systems OMC, through its partnership with General Dynamics Land Systems Canada (GDLS-C), was awarded a follow-on order for the supply of 250 RG31 Mk5E vehicles in support of the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle programme for U.S. forces.
The new RG31 Mk5E version utilises the same driveline as the RG31 Mk5EM, 100 of which were sold during the previous MRAP contract completed in May 2009. A further enhancement includes an independent suspension system, which improves vehicle mobility and ride comfort. Combined with ease of handling, improved crew comfort, V-shaped hull for excellent mine and IED protection, the RG31 is one of the best vehicles for the harsh off-road conditions of Afghanistan, where the vehicles will be deployed.
All vehicles will be manufactured in South Africa and delivery of the vehicles to GDLS-C will take place in 2010.
Johan Steyn, Managing Director of BAE Systems Land Systems South Africa, said: "This follow-on order testifies both to the reliability of the RG31 design and its build quality, but more importantly, the capability this battle proven vehicle with its superior protection levels gives to the men and women in uniform. It proves once again the integrity of BAE Systems' engineering and manufacturing excellence."
About BAE Systems
BAE Systems is a global defence, security and aerospace company with approximately 107,000 employees worldwide. The Company delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. In 2009 BAE Systems reported sales of £22.4 billion (US$ 36.2 billion).
For further information, please contact
Natasha Pheiffer, BAE Systems
Tel: +27 (0)11 747 3381 Mobile: +27 (0)79 526 23 62
natasha.pheiffer@baesystems.com
Scott Fazekas, BAE Systems
Tel: +1 301 838 6957 Mobile: +1 240 328 3603
scott.fazekas@baesystems.com
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