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The Army isn’t buying cannon-armed AMPVs, but the prototypes still say something about its modernization push

After confusion triggered by social media posts, the Army and BAE Systems clarified that two 30mm-cannon AMPV vehicles recently delivered to the 1st Cavalry Division are prototypes for testing, not a new fielded variant.

Key Takeaways

The Army and BAE Systems said two AMPV 30 vehicles delivered this week are prototypes only.
The current AMPV program of record still consists of five turretless variants.

DT Editorial Team·May 2, 2026·via twz.com

Marine Corps Keeps Two Teams in the Running for Its Next Recon Vehicle

The US Marine Corps has authorized another rapid prototyping phase for Textron and General Dynamics as it works toward a family of advanced reconnaissance vehicles built for sensing, networking, and fighting in contested

Key Takeaways

The Marine Corps is continuing prototype work with both Textron and General Dynamics Land Systems.
The ARV program is aimed at replacing the LAV with a family of mission-specific vehicles.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 7, 2026·via breakingdefense.com