Germany is ready to allocate part of its $157 billion defense funds for the purchase of Boxer armored vehicles. This is reported by
What is known
According to the source, the negotiations are onadvanced stage. If the contract is signed, then deliveries of armored cars may begin as early as next year. The potential deal is valued at A$3bn ($2.2bn).
The number of armored vehicles is not specified.It is noted that Australia itself has ordered 211 Boxer units, and Germany wants to purchase even more vehicles. German Ambassador Markus Ederer said that Germany's desire to acquire Boxer was dictated by the war in Ukraine.
Boxer is a multi-purposearmored vehicle with 8×8 wheel arrangement. The armored car is designed to operate in zones of military conflicts. Depending on the configuration, the vehicle can be used for transporting troops, reconnaissance and providing ambulance.
The armored vehicle is distinguished by low radarand acoustic signatures, making it difficult to detect. The Boxer is armed with a 30mm automatic cannon and will be equipped with Rafael's Spike LR2 anti-tank missiles.