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On attend toujours les G550 !!!

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New Zealand sells 22 NZLAV Light Armoured Vehicles to Chilean Marine Corps


Defense News April 2022 Global Security army industry

POSTED ON MONDAY, 25 APRIL 2022 15:46

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The New Zealand Defence Force has finalised a sale of 22 surplus New Zealand Light Armoured Vehicles (NZLAVs) to the Chilean Navy for use by their Marine Corps. The sale is worth US $19.855 million and the vehicles will be shipped to Chile in two tranches: one this year and one in 2023. The sale to the Chilean Navy was brokered by Canadian Commercial Corporation, a Canadian Government organisation that supports international trade arrangements.

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The New Zealand Light Armoured Vehicle (NZLAV)  is a General Dynamics Land
Systems – Canada (GDLS-C) Third-Generation Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV-III)
(Picture source: NZ Army)

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Commander Defence Logistics Command, Commodore Andrew Brown, said it was pleasing to get a sale negotiated for the vehicles. Eight more NZLAVs remain on the market to sell. The prospect of a sale to the Chilean Navy has been under consideration and negotiation for over two years, with a number of NZ and foreign government consents required before any sale could be finalised. Commodore Brown said the remaining NZLAVs, numbering 73, will continue in service with the NZ Army.

The NZDF bought 105 NZLAVs in 2003. One was written off after being badly damaged in Afghanistan and one is being used in Canada as a test vehicle. Analysis undertaken during the Defence Assessment process in 2008-09 concluded that the Army had more NZLAVs than necessary to fulfil government-directed outputs. In 2012 the Government determined that the number of NZLAVs be reduced and that 20 would be made available for a potential sale. The number for sale was later increased to 30 in 2019.

The Chief of Army, Major General John Boswell, said the sale still allows the Army to maintain a range of capabilities and offer a number of potential deployment options including domestic disaster response, regional security missions, and peacekeeping through to combat operations.

The New Zealand Light Armoured Vehicle (NZLAV) is a General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada (GDLS-C) Third-Generation Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV-III). The LAV III, originally named the Kodiak by the Canadian Army, is the third generation of the Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) family of infantry fighting vehicles built by General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada (GDLS-C), a London, Ontario, based subsidiary of General Dynamics. It is a license-built version of the Mowag Piranha IIIH. It first entered service in 1999, succeeding the LAV II. It is the primary mechanized infantry vehicle of both the Canadian Army and the New Zealand Army. It also forms the basis of the Stryker vehicle used by the U.S. Army and other operators.

The vehicle has a 19-21 metric tonne Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (depending on configuration) and is transportable by land, sea and air, including a C-130H airlift (at reduced weight). A mid-mounted turret carries the vehicle armament consisting of an M242 25mm cannon, co-axial and roof-mounted MAG-58 7.62mm machine guns, and two banks of 76mm grenade dischargers.

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New Zealand Light Armoured Vehicle (NZLAV) in Afghanistan (Picture source: NZ Army/Wikipedia)

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Chile plans to acquire four French-made ARQUUS Bastion 4x4 APC armored vehicles


Defense News July 2022 Global Security army industry

POSTED ON FRIDAY, 15 JULY 2022 11:16

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According to information published by the Spanish Defense website "InfoDefensa" on July 14, 2022, the Undersecretary of the Interior of the Ministry of the Interior and Public Security of Chile asked the Regional Government (Gore) of Biobío to finance the acquisition of four French-made ARQUUS Bastion 4x4 APC Armored Personnel Transport vehicles.

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ARQUUS Bastion 4x4 APC Armored Personnel Carrier. (Picture source Army Recognition)

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Ministry of the Interior and Public Security of Chile has requested a budget of $2.3 million to purchase four Bastion 4x4 APC (Armored Personnel Carrier) manufactured by the French company ARQUUS.

The purchase of these Bastion armored vehicles will be part of a reinforcement of the police forces of the Biobío region. The Region of the Biobío is bordered on the west by the Pacific Ocean, on the east by Argentina, on the north by the Chilean Region of Ñuble, and on the south by the Chilean Region of Araucanía.

The Bastion is a 4x4 Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) vehicle designed and developed by the French company ACMAT, which is now part of ARQUUS. The vehicle is based on the chassis of the VLRA TDN/TDE all-terrain multi-role wheeled tactical vehicle.

In APC configuration, the Bastion has a crew of two including a driver and commander, and can accommodate up to eight infantrymen seated at the rear of the hull. The vehicle offers ballistic protection against the firing of small arms and artillery shell splinters. It also integrates a V-shaped monocoque hull made of high hardness armored steel, which enhances the survivability of the vehicle and occupants by deflecting an upward aimed blast from a landmine or IED away from the vehicle.

The roof of the Bastion can be equipped with different types of weapon stations that can be armed with one machine gun up to 12.7mm caliber or 40mm automatic grenade launcher.

The Bastion APC is motorized with a 5.0L turbo diesel intercooler engine developing 215 hp at 2,300rpm coupled to either manual or automatic transmission. It can run at a maximum road speed of 110 km/h with a maximum cruising range of 1,000 km.


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Chile receives Boeing E-3D Sentry aircraft


Aviation Defense News August 2022 aerospace air force industry

POSTED ON MONDAY, 22 AUGUST 2022 08:51

In Chile, Defense Minister headed reception ceremony for the two  Boeing E-3D Sentry Mk 1, from the United Kingdom, aircraft that increase Chilean early warning, surveillance, exploration, and aerospace reconnaissance capacity.

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The E-3 Sentry is an airborne warning and control system, or AWACS, aircraft with an integrated command and control battle
management, or C2BM, surveillance, target detection, and tracking platform  (Picture source: Ministerio de Defensa Nacional)

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In a ceremony held at the Pudahuel Air Base of the II Air Brigade of Santiago, the head of National Defense valued the arrival of the Boeing E-3D Sentry MK 1 aircraft and highlighted, among their capabilities, their use in peace operations, search people or natural disasters.

The Minister of National Defense, Maya Fernández, led the official reception ceremony for the two Boeing E-3D Sentry MK 1 aircraft, which were transferred by the Royal Air Force of the United Kingdom to our country.

The Minister of Defense traveled to the Pudahuel Air Base of the 2nd Air Brigade in Santiago to participate in the ceremony where she was accompanied by the United Kingdom Ambassador to Chile, Louise De Sousa, the Commander-in-Chief of the Chilean Air Force. , General of the Air Force, Arturo Merino and the General of Aviation and Commander of the Logistics Command of the institution, General of Aviation, Jean Desgroux.

The incorporation of both aircraft, which carried out operations as part of NATO, will allow the national Air Force to recover the capabilities that were provided by the Boeing EC-707 Cóndor platform with an operating horizon of more than twenty years, which represents a comparative strategic advantage, since it allows access to advanced technology, procedures and knowledge, increasing the control and security of the national airspace.

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It should be noted that, among the capabilities provided by the aircraft and their systems, their use in air operations with institutional, combined or joint means in peacetime, during catastrophes caused by nature or man stands out. Likewise, they can operate in the control of forest fires, search and rescue operations of people or aircraft on land and sea autonomously or together with other institutions (Picture source: Ministerio de Defensa Nacional)

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After the ceremony, Minister Fernández valued the importance of this activity since “it strengthens our capacities, but also provides support in other tasks in times of peace, which will allow us to monitor and care for an extensive and diverse territory. Therefore, that our capacities are strengthened is always good news”.

For her part, the Ambassador of the United Kingdom in Chile, Louise De Sousa, stated that "Chile is a very important ally and we are proud to have this opportunity to help strengthen its capacities."

Meanwhile, the Commander in Chief of the Air Force, General of the Air Force, Arturo Merino, pointed out that "today is a very important day for the Chilean Air Force because we have recovered the capacity that we had lost with the Condor aircraft that had been It went down a year ago and this new capacity allows us to continue maintaining control of the airspace and also contribute in multi-purpose capacity to carry out other types of operations such as the search for missing persons”.

It should be noted that, among the capabilities provided by the aircraft and their systems, their use in air operations with institutional, combined or joint means in peacetime, during catastrophes caused by nature or man stands out.

Likewise, they can operate in the control of forest fires, search and rescue operations of people or aircraft on land and sea autonomously or together with other institutions.


Chile receives Boeing E-3D Sentry aircraft (airrecognition.com)

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 Aselsan Upgrades Leopard 2A4 Main Battle Tank for Chilean Army


Defense News July 2023 Global Security army industry

POSTED ON MONDAY, 24 JULY 2023 12:47

On July 14, 2023, Aselsan, a Turkish defense company, was selected by Fábricas y Maestranzas del Ejército (Famae) as a strategic partner to modernize the fleet of Leopard 2A4 tanks for the Chilean Army.



Leopard 2A4 Main Battle Tank (Picture source: wikimedia )


The agreement is part of the Proaco project initiated by the Directorate of Army Projects and Research in 2018 to address technological and logistical obsolescence issues in the Leopard 2A4 tanks, Marder 1A3 armored vehicles, and self-propelled howitzers M109. Leveraging its expertise in modernizing various tank models, including the Leopard 1, Leopard 2, and M60 for the Turkish Army and the T-72A for the Kazakhstan Army, Aselsan will contribute its capabilities to upgrade the Chilean tanks.

According to the Military Balance of 2022, Chile is reported to have 173 Marder 1A3 infantry fighting vehicles, 48 self-propelled howitzers M109, and finally 140 Leopard 2A4 tanks.

The Leopard 2A4 is in service with multiple countries worldwide, including Austria, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Indonesia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Switzerland, Sweden, Slovakia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, and, of course, Chile. Equipped with additional features such as infrared night vision systems and NBC (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical) protection, the tank enhances situational awareness and provides increased protection against chemical and biological threats on the battlefield.

At the core of the Leopard 2A4's firepower is its 120mm L55 smoothbore gun. It is complemented by a coaxial 7.62mm machine gun and an anti-aircraft 7.62mm machine gun mounted on the top of the loader hatch, enabling the tank to counter various threats effectively.

To ensure crew protection, the Leopard 2A4 is equipped with standard spaced multilayer armor, with improved armor protection on the front turret and interior, fitted with spall liners. This configuration offers enhanced defense against enemy fire and explosives, ensuring improved crew safety.

With a range of 500 km and a maximum road speed of 72 km/h, the Leopard 2A4 is capable of carrying out long-range missions without frequent refueling, while maintaining high mobility. The tank's crew consists of four members: a tank commander, gunner, loader, and driver.

The dimensions of the Leopard 2A4 are notable, with a length of 7.70 m, width of 3.70 m, and height of 3.00 m. Its commanding presence on the battlefield contributes to its stability and maneuverability.

Aselsan's proposed technologies include electric drive systems for the turret and cannon, periscopes for the gunner and commander, vision systems for the driver, a combat management system (BMS), a laser warning system, an identification friend or foe (IFF) system, active protection technology, remote weapon system to counter asymmetric threats, and advanced armor.

The modernization of Leopard 2A4 tanks by Aselsan will provide the Chilean Army with state-of-the-art equipment, enhancing their operational capabilities on modern battlefields. This collaboration also showcases Aselsan's international defense expertise and capacity to deliver cutting-edge solutions for armed forces worldwide.



https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_july_2023_global_security_army_industry/aselsan_upgrades_leopard_2a4_main_battle_tank_for_chilean_army.html

The Brig. Motorized No. 24, part of the @VIDE_CL_Oficial for the @Ejercito_Chile () conducted Artillery Training exercises near the city of Putre, right next to the border of Peru () pic.twitter.com/CrpulUunNX

— SA Defensa (@SA_Defensa) September 15, 2023

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  The Chilean Navy Received the Last NZLAV 8x8

08 Oktober 2023


Chilean Marine Corps received 22 surplus NZLAV from New Zealand (photo : Pucara)

The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) has completed the delivery of 22 NZLAV, or New Zealand Light Armored Vehicle, 8x8 vehicles
to the Chilean Marine Corps acquired in 2022 from surplus New Zealand forces, for a value of 18, 8 million dollars, which had been waiting
for a possible sale since 2012.

The sale was announced on April 20, 2022, and the first batch arrived at the port of San Antonio in September 2022, followed by the second
batch in early July of this year.



NZLAV equipped with 25mm M242 Bushmaster cannon, two 7.62mm MAG-58 machine guns, one coaxial and the other turret-mounted, and
two 76mm grenade launchers (photo : MilitaryLeak)

The NZLAVs were built in Canada by General Dynamics Land Systems. It is a variant of the LAV III, which in turn is a licensed version of the
MOWAG Piranha IIID. It is used for personnel transport and reconnaissance missions.

The NZLAV has a crew of three, including the commander, gunner, and driver, and offers space for 7 fully equipped soldiers. Soldiers enter
and exit the vehicle through the rear ramp or roof hatches.


http://defense-studies.blogspot.com/2023/10/the-chilean-navy-received-last-nzlav-8x8.html

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 OCT 30

Chile showcases Korean-made KLTV182 4x4 armored vehicles


On 24 October 2023, Jung Han Hwang, the Deputy Minister of the Korean Embassy, accompanied by his advisor, Wonho Park, and the Defense
Attaché, Lieutenant Colonel IM Jong-Ick Park, visited the 31st Marine Infantry Battalion (IM) Aldea of the Chilean Navy. The visit provided an
opportunity to explore the institution's experience with Korean-made vehicles, including the Kia KLTV 4x4 armored vehicles, as well as 6x6
KM 250 and 4x4 KM 450 vehicles.



The Korean Embassy delegation at the display of the KLTV182 (Picture source: Armada de Chile)



http://worlddefencenews.blogspot.com/2023/10/chile-showcases-korean-made-kltv182-4x4.html

Tripulaciones de #F16, #F5 y E-3D #Sentry #FACH se entrenan en misiones de Mando y Control Táctico Aerotransportado con aeronaves de combate, en los territorios más australes de nuestro país.#AeronáuticaChilena pic.twitter.com/eg9UlBgdCL

— Fuerza Aérea de Chile (@FACh_Chile) November 7, 2023

Ejercicio de Operaciones Conjuntas #Tormenta2023
Aeronaves #FACH realizan misiones de entrenamiento táctico, según el escenario ficticio que se plantea, para aumentar la #InteroperabilidadencualquierlugardeChile.@emcochile pic.twitter.com/Bw2Gu0WX0K

— Fuerza Aérea de Chile (@FACh_Chile) November 8, 2023

@Arquus_Defense signe un contrat avec les forces de police chiliennes pour la livraison - courant 2024 - de 5 véhicules de reconnaissance et de combat BASTION. @Carabdechile pic.twitter.com/rTQxbWWszo

— OpexNews (@OpexNews) February 29, 2024

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 MAR 19

Colombia Delivers Chilean Carabineros Four Colombian Hunter TR-12 Armored Vehicles


According to information published by the Defense Website "InfoDefensa" on March 18, 2024, Colombia will deliver to Chilean Carabineros (Police
force) four Hunter TR-12 4x4 armored vehicles designed and manufactured by the Company Armor International based in Colombia. The vehicle
is already in service with Colombian and Suriname armed forces.



The Hunter TR-12 is manufactured by the Colombia Company Armor International. (Picture source Army Recognition Group)


https://worlddefencenews.blogspot.com/2024/03/colombia-delivers-chilean-carabineros.html  

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MAR 20

Chile Acquires DJI Air 3 Chinese Unmanned Aerial Vehicles for Observation


The Chilean Army's Artillery School will soon welcome DJI Air 3 observation drones, provided by Disproelec, which promise delivery one day after
the order is placed. These drones, purchased by the Artillery School (Escart) of the Chilean Army from Distribuidora de Productos Electrónicos y
Maquinaria (Disproelec), will be used for surveillance and observation of the General Bari shooting range located in Linares, in the Maule region.



The Chilean Army's Artillery School will soon welcome DJI Air 3 observation drones. (Picture source: DJI Store)


https://worlddefencenews.blogspot.com/2024/03/chile-acquires-dji-air-3-chinese.html  

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 LAST UPDATED: 13 APRIL 2024




Carabineros de Chile induct H125

On 11 April 2024, during the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE), the Carabineros de Chile (military police) officially accepted Airbus Helicopters H125 C-28 (c/n 9486) into service, marking the first of its type to be utilised by the service. It will be dedicated to training future pilots for the Prefectura Aerea, the aerial branch of the military police.

The new H125 is part of a fleet expansion plan aimed at enhancing air coverage throughout the country. It will undertake essential missions and bolster Carabineros de Chile's capabilities in training and high mountain rescues. Pierre Marie Gout, General Manager of Airbus Helicopters Chile, explained that "At Airbus Helicopters Chile, we are committed to providing full support to Carabineros de Chile to ensure their helicopters execute their missions with maximum efficiency."

Currently, this single-engine utility helicopter serves with the country's Armed Forces and Order and Security, operating within the Army Aviation Brigade, Naval Aviation, and the Chilean Investigative Police (BAPOL, Brigada Aeropolicial).

Credit photo: MartinezRoe7 (via jetphotos.com)


https://www.scramble.nl/military-news/carabineros-de-chile-induct-h125  

Aérospatiale SA365 Dauphin
Armada de Chile
Naval 51
Santiago, Chile (SCL/SCEL)

14/04/2024#spotterschile pic.twitter.com/Qqa2tiQLDk

— Maurice Becker (@beckeraviation) April 22, 2024

Arribó a la Provincia de Arauco el 1er blindado Bastion para Carabineros. El vehículo comprometido en 2022 - acuerdo de colaboración con GORE Biobío- se compró en Francia y permite movilizar a 12 efectivos policiales. Cuesta $566 millones. Serán 9 en macrozona sur @Cooperativa pic.twitter.com/5KKW53Wp6Y

— Cristofer Espinoza (@CEspinozaQ) May 6, 2024

Los #SoldadosConscriptos de la Batería de Artillería N° 2 “Arica”, del Destacamento de Montaña N° 3 “Yungay”, finalizaron su Fase de Formación del Combatiente por Ocupación Militar Especializada con la #InstrucciónYEntrenamiento de tiro de Obús Oto Melara 105 mm. pic.twitter.com/GIVstjW9r8

— Ejército de Chile (@Ejercito_Chile) June 25, 2024

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  JUL 25

Chilean Marine Corps conducts first deployment of NZLAV 8x8 vehicles acquired from New Zealand


As reported by InfoDefensa on July 24, 2024, the Chilean Marine Corps deployed the NZLAV 8x8 armored vehicles for the first time in a recent
military exercise. These vehicles, acquired from the New Zealand Defence Force, include a total of 22 units purchased in April 2022 for $19.8
million. The deployment occurred during a routine cold-weather training exercise in the Magallanes region, testing the NZLAV 8x8's capabilities
in the region's challenging winter conditions.



Chile acquired 22 NZLAV 8x8 vehicles from the New Zealand Defence Force in April 2022 for $19.8 million, with the first batch arriving in
mid-September 2022. (Picture source: Chilean Army)


https://worlddefencenews.blogspot.com/2024/07/chilean-marine-corps-conducts-first.html

En el “Día de las Glorias del Ejército”, la PDI honra y reconoce a los hombres y mujeres que con patriotismo, lealtad y abnegación resguardan nuestra soberanía . ¡Feliz día, Ejército de Chile!" pic.twitter.com/CojqQsEbNt

— PDI Chile (@PDI_CHILE) September 19, 2024