ETC gun/ammunition suite on track for FCS

Article Abstract:

Work is progressing on the development of an electrothermal-chemical gun and munitions at the US Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command for possible use in the Future Combat System. The gun under development would have greater penetration and range than current gun systems and could fire different munitions including smart warheads.

Tanks & Tracked BF Vehicles, Other Ordnance and Accessories Manufacturing, Tank-Fired Projectiles, Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing, Ordnance and accessories, not elsewhere classified, Tanks and tank components, Guns & Howitzers, 76-125mm, Ammunition, exc. for small arms, not elsewhere classified, Artillery Shells, 76-125mm, Tracked military vehicles, Projectiles, Artillery, Artillery shells

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US Army considers options for FCS protection

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The US Army is looking for ways to better protect the planned Future Combat System which well be more mobile but more lightly armored than current Army vehicles. Some of the measures being explored include signature management and hit avoidance.

Motor vehicles and car bodies, Armored Personnel Carriers, Wheeled, Armored personnel carriers

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FCS program continues to firm up

Article Abstract:

The US Army's Future Combat Systems program continues to add defense industry participants and programs.

Facilities & equipment, Planning, Product development, Equipment and supplies, Defense industry, United States. Army, Company business planning, Defence industry, Future Combat Systems (Weapons system)

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