Expansion of Bundeswehr logistics

The Bundeswehr has commissioned Rheinmetall to supply more than 2,000 military transport vehicles. These are unprotected logistic vehicles in 4×4 (3.5 t), 6×6 (5 t) and 8×8 (15 t) variants. The order is worth €1.015 billion gross. The major order is part of the framework contract concluded in 2024 for a total of up to 6,500 vehicles and will be booked in the second quarter of 2026. Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles GmbH (RMMV) will begin delivering the vehicles in the first half of 2026. The vast majority of the vehicles are due to be delivered before the end 2026.

The order comprises approximately 1,000 8×8 vehicles and around 1,000 4×4 and 6×6 vehicles. With its large numbers and versatility, the unprotected logistic vehicle family (UTF = German abbreviation for Ungeschuetzte Transportfahrzeuge) forms the logistical backbone of the Bundeswehr. Rheinmetall thus remains a key partner for the Bundeswehr’s mobility and makes a significant contribution to strengthening operational readiness in the context of national and alliance defence.

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