Boxer
Type: armored_vehicle
Domain: land
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Manufacturer: Rheinmetall / ARTEC
First Deployed: 2021
Overview
Eight-wheeled modular infantry vehicle (MIV) selected by the British Army under the Mechanised Infantry Vehicle programme to equip STRIKE brigades. Features a unique mission module concept allowing rapid role reconfiguration — infantry carrier, ambulance, command, and other variants can be swapped within hours. Weight of approximately 38 tonnes with V-hull mine protection, modular composite and applique armor, and a remote weapon station. The UK variant will integrate the British battle management system and communications suite. 623 vehicles ordered for the British Army with deliveries ongoing.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 2-3 + 8 troops |
|---|---|
| type | 8x8 Multi-Role Armored Vehicle |
| speed | 103 km/h |
| engine | MTU 8V 199 TE20 (710 hp) |
| weight | ~33 tonnes |
| variants | Infantry, ambulance, command, engineer |
| protection | STANAG 4569 Level 4+; mine protection Level 4 |
Operators
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- Australia
- Netherlands
- Lithuania
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