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oui la variante B est bien menacée d'annulation
Pour l'instant il obtient un sursis
Annoncé par Gates avant hier =
GATES: The Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program received special scrutiny, given its substantial cost, ongoing development issues, and its central place in the future of U.S. military aviation.
In short, two of the JSF variants, the Air Force version and the Navy's carrier-based version, are proceeding satisfactorily.
By comparison, the Marine Corps' short take-off and vertical-landing (STOVL) variant is experiencing significant testing problems. These issues may lead to a redesign of the aircraft's structure and propulsion, changes that could add yet more weight and more cost to an aircraft that has little capacity to absorb more of either.
As a result, I am placing the STOVL variant on the equivalent of a two-year probation. If we cannot fix this variant during this time frame and get it back on track in terms of performance, cost and schedule, then I believe it should be canceled.
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Le F-35B est bien sur la selette.
Annoncé par Gates hier =
GATES: The Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program received special scrutiny, given its substantial cost, ongoing development issues, and its central place in the future of U.S. military aviation.
In short, two of the JSF variants, the Air Force version and the Navy's carrier-based version, are proceeding satisfactorily.
By comparison, the Marine Corps' short take-off and vertical-landing (STOVL) variant is experiencing significant testing problems. These issues may lead to a redesign of the aircraft's structure and propulsion, changes that could add yet more weight and more cost to an aircraft that has little capacity to absorb more of either.
As a result, I am placing the STOVL variant on the equivalent of a two-year probation. If we cannot fix this variant during this time frame and get it back on track in terms of performance, cost and schedule, then I believe it should be canceled.
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Comme on pouvait s'y attendre depuis un certains temps, Gates à annoncé hier l'annulation du programme EFV =
The secretary announced efficiencies in modernization accounts. He said he agrees with the Navy and Marine Corps recommendation to cancel the expeditionary fighting vehicle program, which already has consumed $3 billion to develop and would require another $12 billion to build.
Mais lance un nouveau programme de chenillé amphibie =
“The Marine Corps remains committed to develop and field an effective, survivable and affordable amphibious tracked vehicle. To bring this capability to the force sooner rather than later, we intend to capitalize on the Office of the Secretary of Defense’s recent efforts to streamline procurement and to rapidly accelerate the acquisition and contracting processes in developing our new amphibious tracked vehicle requirement.
“Shortly, we will issue a special notice to industry requesting information relative to supporting our required amphibious capabilities. We look forward to working with industry in meeting this challenge to field a modern and affordable amphibious tracked vehicle that will support our nation’s needs.”
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Oui moi aussi, ila vraiment une "sacrée gueule"
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Armée Allemande
dans Europe
Made by Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles GmbH (RMMV), the first Multi A4 FSA protected military transport vehicle has been formally transferred to the Bundeswehr at an official rollout ceremony in Munich.
Featuring a heavily protected driver's cab, the Multi A4 FSA does an excellent job of keeping its occupants safe from typical threats encountered during deployed operations. Capable of carrying a 16 ton-payload, the high-performance Multi A4 FSA system platform is well suited to a wide variety of transport roles. An efficient, well-protected system, this robust RMMV vehicle bridges a significant capabilities gap, enabling the German military to supply and support the growing number of remote outposts in Afghanistan it is currently setting up under a new strategy.
By the end of 2010, the Bundeswehr will have around forty of these vehicles in its inventory, with a further 60 Multi A4 FSAs to follow in short order.
This means that the Bundeswehr will soon have at its disposal 100 out of a total of 157 vehicles ordered thus far under a series production contract that runs until Q1 2012. Since October 2010, MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG and Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles GmbH have been successfully carrying out acceptance testing of the first serially produced vehicles, which are based on RMMV’s 8x8 SX45 chassis.
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Les formes générales me font penser au premières esquices de MDD sur le JAST (ancêtre du JSF/F-35) dans les années 1994/1996....
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Les Italiens viennent d'acheter un premier lot de 12 VTMM ambulance
Livraison en 2011-2012
Rome -- Iveco Defence Vehicles announces that on December 20th, 2010 the Italian Army placed order for a batch of 12 MPV in the Ambulance version (named VTMM Ambulance by the Italian Army) to be delivered between 2011 and 2012.
The Ambulance version of the MPV-VTMM has been developed on the basis of the MPV 4x4 platform increasing the volumes and ergonomy. The vehicle is equipped with two stretchers and will transport a crew of 4 people: driver, commander, medical officer, nurse. A suitable system for loading stretchers has been developed. The vehicle will be equipped with NBC protection system
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Achat de lance grenade de 40 mm + modernisation des leopard 2A4 Ex Hollandais =
Rheinmetall Canada Inc. of Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Quebec, has been selected to supply the Canadian Army with grenade launcher systems and the accompanying ammunition. The order is worth approximately euros70 million.
Under the "Close Area Suppression Weapon" (CASW) project, the company will supply the Canadian Army with a total of 304 automatic grenade launchers by January 2012. They will be deployed under the designation "C16 - Automatic Grenade Launcher System".
In its capacity as general contractor, Rheinmetall Canada is responsible not only for project management, but also for complete assembly and integration of the Vinghшg fire control technology made by the recently acquired Rheinmetall subsidiary Simrad Optronics of Norway. Rheinmetall Canada is also in charge of logistical support and supplying spare parts as well as servicing and maintaining the C16 during military operations.
This order also includes 250,000 rounds of 40mm practice and service ammunition, to be delivered in several lots.
Canada has also contracted with Rheinmetall to modernize and overhaul Leopard main battle tanks taken over by the Canadian Army from the Dutch armed forces; the order is worth around euros17 million. By the start of 2012, a total of 42 Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks are to be refitted to meet Canadian Army standards and enable integration into existing C4I structures.
The two orders underscore Rheinmetall's wide spectrum of competences as a leading supplier of army technology - ranging from heavy armoured platforms to individual weapon systems and the accompanying ammunition.
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Espagne = Possible achat de 6 SH-60 F modernisés
(Source: Defense Security Cooperation Agency; issued September 30, 2010)
WASHINGTON --- The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress Sept. 29 of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Spain for the refurbishment of (6) SH-60F Multi-Mission Utility Helicopters and associated parts, equipment and logistical support for a complete package worth approximately $155 million.
The Government of Spain has requested a possible sale and the refurbishment of (6) SH-60F Multi-Mission Utility Helicopters being offered as Excess Defense Articles, (13) T700-GE-401C engines (12 installed and 1 spare), inspection and modifications, spare and repairs parts, support equipment, personnel training and training equipment, publications and technical documentation, U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and other related logistics and program support.
Suéde = Possible vente de 15 UH-60 M
(Source: Defense Security Cooperation Agency; issued September 30, 2010)
WASHINGTON --- The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress Sept. 29 of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Sweden of 15 UH-60M Blackhawk helicopters and associated parts, equipment and logistical support for a complete package worth approximately $546 million.
The Government of Sweden has requested a possible sale of 15 UH-60M Blackhawk helicopters, 34 T700-GE-701D General Electric Engines (30 installed and 4 spares), 15 AN/AAR-57(V)3 Common Missile Warning Systems, AN/APR-39 Radar Signal Detecting Sets, AN/AVR-2B Laser Warning Sets, Aviation Mission Planning Station, transportable operations simulator, communications equipment, spare and repair parts, tools and support equipment, publications and technical documentation, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor engineering, logistics, and technical support services, and other related elements of logistics support.
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Concernant les nouveaux véhicules mis en service chez les Marines, il y a le LVSR camions 10x10 remplacant du LVS MK-48 8x8 entré en service en 1985
Les 2 engins sont produits par Oshkosh, fabricant qui fourni aussi les MTVR 6x6 des Marines, les PLS 10x10 / HEMTT 8x8 de l'Army.
Il était prévu la livraison de 1900 véhicules mais le dernier chiffrre est de 1592 engins en 3 variantes =
- MKR-15 réparation
- MKR-16 tracteur
- MKR-18 Cargo
Les premiers engins sont entrés en service en septembre 2009 et les premiers furent déployés un mois plus tard en A-STAN.
LVSR MKR-15
LVSR MKR-18 CARGO
Logistics Vehicle System Replacement (LVSR) General Information
The Logistics Vehicle System Replacement (LVSR) will increase mobility, maintainability, and reliability for the heavy fleet, while increasing off-road payload to 8 tons. The three LVSR variants (cargo, tractor, wrecker) will replace the current five LVS variants. The cargo variant will be fielded prior to the LVSR tractor and wrecker variants which are options on the LVSR cargo variant production contract.
The Logistics Vehicle System Replacement (LVSR) utilizes technology developed for the MTVR, the Palletized Load System (PLS), and other Oshkosh heavy trucks. LVSR shares common parts with the existing military vehicles, a fact that simplifies logistics and provides a pipeline of existing parts and supplies for LVSR.
The LVSR cab-forward design provides for a two man-crew. The cab has integral armor incorporated into the cab floor to provide protection from mine blast. In addition, a removal armor kit can be added to the cab providing additional protection against improvised explosive devices and small arms fire.
All LVSR variants use a 600-horsepower CAT diesel engine, a seven speed automatic transmission, single-speed transfer case, front tandem steering and driving axles, triple rear driving axles (two steerable), 16R20 single radial tires on all axles, and a Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS). All vehicles are equipped with tiedown and lifting provisions, and a pintle hook used for towing selected trailers up to 53,000 pounds of gross trailer weight.
The 10x10 LVSR vehicle is equipped with the Oshkosh TAK-4® independent suspension system, also used by the MTVR. It has enhanced maneuverability from its four-axle steering capabilities and makes a complete 360-degree turn in approximately 84 feet.
Logistics Vehicle System Replacement (LVSR) trucks are designed to operate in extreme temperatures such as arctic weather conditions down to -50°F (with Arctic Kit) and tropical conditions to +125°F.
LVSR kiits include add-on armor kit, weapons mount, MCTAGS, machinegun and ammo, run flat kit, arctic kit, and communications installation kit
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Quelques news =
Les marines viennent de commander 24 nouveaux LAV A2 en plusieurs variantes, les livraisons sont prévues jusqu'a 2012.
Ca porte à 207 le nombre de LAV A2 commandés depuis 2006
6 variantes prévues =
LAV-25
LAV-AT
LAV-mortier
LAV-C2
LAV-NBRC
LAV-Logistic
Comme écrit par Serge, ils commencent à recevoir 52 LAV C2 modernisés.
En juillet une nouvelle commande viens d'être passée pour la modernisation de M88-A1 en A2, pour le moment les Marines ont déja recu 67 engins et n'ont plus de M-88A1 en service.
ILs ont aussi effectué des nouveaux test du controversé EFV
A noté que la cible à été ramenée de un peu plus de 1000 à 573 engins
MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. --- Approaching a black dot on the GPS system, a squawk of radio static is followed by "this is command, approaching buoy alpha." The vehicle commander replies with an affirming "roger command," and a powerful roar erupts off to the left of Col. Keith Moore's rigid-hulled inflatable boat, more commonly known as a RHIB.
The newest variant of the Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle throttles all 2,700 horsepower and lifts out of the glassy water gliding like a jet ski.
Although the EFV program manager's RHIB has no problem keeping up with the 30 mph speed of the 78,000-pound EFV, it is a breathtaking advancement from its venerable predecessor, the Amphibious Assault Vehicle, which comparatively crawls at 9 mph in water.
Moore is observing a demonstration of the newest prototype, EFV Personnel Variant, System Development and Demonstration-2, at the Amphibious Vehicle Test Branch (AVTB) at Camp Del Mar. The temperate climate, rigid terrain, and access to 17 miles of coastline and live-fire ranges, makes Camp Pendleton an ideal test bed for amphibious vehicles.
"We can debark from ship, land on the beach, maneuver through the training areas and [conduct live fire] without interruption," says Sgt. Tom Bauras, a test operator and one of the vehicle crew members in the demonstration. "That's why it makes sense to have the test branch here."
Bauras noted that in addition to Camp Pendleton, his team has also tested the EFV at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, as well as DoD facilities in Alaska and Hawaii, ensuring that Marines can employ the vehicle in any clime and place.
The vehicles are subjected to a list of prescribed tests designed to stress the EFV in every aspect according to Maj. Shaun Doheney, deputy director of the test branch.
Throughout the developmental testing, Marines, program managers and engineers from General Dynamics Land Systems, the main contractor, collaborate on necessary improvement to the prototypes. To date, more than 400 engineering design improvements have been implemented since AVTB became involved with testing the first EFV prototype in 2003.
Test operators like Bauras contributed to the vehicles’ overall development and improvement such as the addition of a whale-tail exhaust system. The new exhaust system disperses heat down and outward from the vehicle, instead of straight upward, reducing the heat signature of the vehicle.
The AVTB is staffed by 53 Marines and 25 civilians who are currently conducting testing on eight EFVs manufactured in Lima, Ohio.
The EFV is expected to enter limited production in 2012 and the Marine Corps has planned to field 573 vehicles by 2026 according to the EFV Program Office in Woodbridge, Va
ILs ont aussi commencé à recevoir depuis mi 2009 le couple ITV/EFSS
Un nouveau mortier de 120mm tracté par une "mini-jeep" le ITV est capable de rentrer dans la soute d'un osprey
Le contrat d'origine prévoit la livraison de 66 EFSS et plus de 600 ITV
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Marine allemande
dans Europe
Quelques infos sur les coupes (projet pas encore définitif paru dans BILD) qui pourraient affecter la marine Allemande =
- Retrait du service des 8 FRégates BREMEN avant l'arriver des F-125
- Retrait rapide des 10 derniers patrouilleurs Type 143
- REtrait de 15 chasseurs de mines
- Repport de l'achat de NFH-90/Cyclone aprés 2015
- Annulation de la quatrième frégates type 125
- Repport de l'achat d'un navire logistique/amphibie à aprés 2020.
Seul compensation, la commande rapide de 6 OPV type K-131
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FREMM Italie
dans Europe
A priori c'est bien confirmé pour 5 FREMM + 5 OPV + AOR Italien.....Dommage, mais bon on ne peux pas tout avoir
(Google Translator)
http://www.defesabrasil.com/site/not...m-a-italia.php
(Defesa Brasil) - An agreement of intent was signed today by Defence Minister Nelson Jobim in Brazil, by Navy Commander Admiral Julio Soares of Brazil de Moura Neto, the Chief of Staff of the Italian Navy Admiral Bruno Branciforti and the Under Secretary Defence of Italy, Guido Crosetti.
The agreement of intent firm the option of the Ministry of Defence of Brazil and Navy of Brazil by the Italian military equipment that best match the needs of Brazil. This is not a contract of sale.
Brazilian intentions with this agreement are to acquire for future construction projects in Brazil from 5 FREMM class frigates, 5 class patrol ship Oceanic Sirio (Commander class changed) and a logistics support ship that can both be class Etna as can be developed a new ship together. This measure aims to modernize the fleet part of the Navy of Brazil, and thereby ensure the complete fulfillment of the tasks assigned to the Navy for the National Defense Strategy.
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[Char] Leopard-2
dans Europe
Une photo des Leo A4 et Leo modernisés Singapourien lors de la Fête nationale le 13 juin 2010
Vidéo =
Le plus beau des Leopard 2......
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[EBRC/Jaguar]
dans Europe
Pour les anneaux de levage, cela ne me choque pas, dans ma société nous réalisons souvent des palonniers de levage pour le secteur nucléaire / militaire (DCNS) et tout les points de levage on maintenant cette forme.
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Bonsoir
Le portugal chercherait à acquérir 18 autres léopeord 2A6 (en plus des 37 A6 + 1 A4 recu en 2008/2009)
On pârle aussi de ARV buffel et de poseurs de pont (pas de quantité).
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Bah déja que la cible de 1500 n'était plus d'actualité = un rapport du sénat sur l'équipement des forces (novembre 2009) annoncait déja une baisse à 1233 engins
Alors la au moins on ne rogne pas sur la cible initiale du programme, c'est déja pas mal.
Si c'est pour pouvoir commander un engin un peu plus lourd en complément des PVP non commandé pourquoi pas, mais ne révons pas......en ces temps de "rigueur"
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Même les médias se penche sur le sujet, demain matin ( 10h15 je crois) il y a une émission sur France24 a propos de l'achat des munitions du Famas à l'étranger (et des pb qui ont suivi.....)
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Les forces US viennent de passer commande à Oshkosh de 1460 M-ATV, ce qui porte le total des commandes à 8079 véhicules.....
Les livraison devraient être terminées pour mai 2012.
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A priori pas bien vite...(je suis de cherbourg et bosse pour un S/T de DCNS entre autre)
Aux dernières nouvelles, Ils en sont seulement au formage des éléments de coque épaisses.
La mise à jour/déménagement des installations (atelier, soudeuses...) pour ces SM est encore en cours.
Aprés pour ce qui est des éléments sous-traités, je ne sais pas trop , mais les sous-traitants habituels de DCNS sur la région, n'ont pas du tout de boulot, il ne doit pas y avoir grand chose de sorti pour le moment.
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Pour les soutes, sur cette photo ont a l'impression de voir 2 soutes (les trappes) l'une derrière l'autre entre les moteurs ????
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OUPS.............Désolé ;)
J'avais zappé
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Un nouveau fusil en 7.62 mm pour la BA =
new rifle is being bought for troops in Afghanistan that will improve the long-range firepower available on the frontline, the Ministry of Defence announced today. The Sharpshooter rifle will fire a 7.62mm round and will enhance accuracy of engagement during longer-range firefights with the Taliban and this weapon will be used by some of the best shots in the Infantry.
The Sharpshooter will complement the already potent range of weapons used by our forces in Afghanistan, which includes:
-- SA80A2 assault rifles, which fires 5.56mm rounds;
-- Light Machine Guns, which fires 5.56mm rounds;
-- General Purpose Machine Guns, which fires 7.62mm bullets;
-- the Combat Shotgun, which fires 12-gauge shells;
-- the Sniper System, which fires 8.59mm bullets;
-- Javelin Weapons System, the integrated fire-and-forget missile system.
More than 400 of the semi-automatic Sharpshooter rifles have been bought as a £1.5M Urgent Operational Requirement. It is the first new Infantry combat rifle to be issued to troops for more than 20 years.
Training on the rifles will begin in mid January 2010 and the first batch will be sent to Afghanistan later in the year.
Minister for Defence Equipment and Support, Quentin Davies, said:
"Troops in Afghanistan are already bristling with a variety of weapons they can use when fighting the Taliban. The Sharpshooter rifle adds to this arsenal and provides them with an additional, highly-precise, long-range capability. This is a concrete example of where we add to our range of equipment to ensure our brave forces have the best kit available to them on the frontline."
Colonel Peter Warden, Light Weapons, Photographic and Batteries Team Leader at Defence, Equipment and Support, said:
"The Sharpshooter rifle is very capable and has been bought to fulfil a specific role on the frontline in Afghanistan. It is a versatile weapon which will give our units a new dimension to their armoury. It will complement the SA80A2 by adding to the weapons available to Commanders on the ground. The Sharpshooter's capabilities are also complementary to the current Sniper System.
"Initial feedback to the rifle has been very positive and the Army units deployed in Afghanistan are very keen to get their hands on it."
New sights to be bought for the Sharpshooter rifle include the ACOG 7.62 mm x 6 day sights made by Trijicon of the USA and Magnum Universal night sight sourced through Omni Tech Partners of the USA. Both sights are being bought by Beechwood, the UK agent and distributor for Trijicon and Omni Tech. Personal Laser Range Finders will be provided by Vectronix, Switzerland.
USMC
dans Amérique
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OUi de toute facon c'était prévisible.......