General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) has announced the successful completion of the critical projected inspection (CDR) of the newest XM30 infantry fighting machine. This opens the path to the creation of prototypes and the transfer of their Army to the United States as early as 2026.
XM30 is an innovative option-managed platform that should replace the outdated Bradley BMP, which has been in service with the United States since the 1980s. The new project is the first in the history of the American defense industry to pass a fully digital project cycle, including 3D modeling and the use of open modular MOSA architecture.
What is known about XM 30. Weapons: remotely controlled gun XM913 caliber 50 × 228 mm, two PTRCs, fire control system with AI elements. Protection: passive armor, active protection systems, antitoneal sensors. Mobility: a hybrid electric transmission that allows you to moving quietly on batteries. Crew: 2 operators + 6 infantrymen. Digitalization: a single digital line, complete integration of all systems. XM30 is not just a replacement for Bradley. In terms of characteristics, it is dominated by even modern analogues, such as Lynx KF41 from Rheinmetall. And if the competitor has 30/35 mm gun, then XM30 already carries weapons of larger caliber, digital handling and better adaptability to the modern battlefield, including the experience of war in Ukraine.
Special emphasis is flexible for US Allies - a modular platform will allow you to establish national communication and protection systems without additional certification. This makes XM30 extremely attractive to NATO countries.
In the future, after the start of the production production, XM30 will receive a constant fighting M30.
