IDEX 2021: Arquus discussing its VAB Mk3 IFV


Major supplier of the French Army and partner to several governmental forces in the Middle East, Arquus (formerly known as Renault Trucks Defense) will be present at the IDEX 2021 trade show.


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VAB Mk3 IFV (Picture source: Arquus)


Idex 2021 saw Arquus wordwide launched its Scarabee light armored vehicle, its Remote-Controlled Weapon Systems, and showcased the Fortress Mk2 armored combat vehicle.

Last, but not least, Arquus will be discussing its VAB Mk3 IFV, already presented at IDEX 2019 with its Advanced Survivability System, designed to protect even further the vehicle against all the threats it could face on the battlefield, including tandem warheads.

Building on the years of experience of the French Army’s 4x4 VABs, Arquus has designed a fully new 6x6 vehicle built for troop and systems transport. Highly mobile, the VAB Mk3 offers performance similar to an 8x8 with reduced costs of ownership. A complete systems offer integrating top-level technologies and allowing the completion of all combat missions in collaborative mode.

The VAB Mk3 is already in service in various armies in the region.


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 Its compact profile facilitates optimal stealth in urban and mountainous environment (Picture source: Arquus)


ARQUUS constantly develops its network of partners worldwide. All these partner companies bring added value, constantly enriching the quality of ARQUUS’ products. This strategy enables ARQUUS to combine the expertise of companies from all fields and all the regions of the world, and thus to offer increasingly innovative solutions. The search for new international partners also allows for market share development abroad. ARQUUS provides its partners with a reliable ally offering advanced technology, mastery of complex industrial processes, and high quality, all combined for combat-proven and tested vehicles. Depending on markets and cooperation agreements, ARQUUS can provide with tailored services, ranging from technology transfer to the joint development of new and complete products.


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VAB Mk3 IFV (Picture source: Arquus)