Naval Historywith Dr. Alex

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How SuperAV affects the comparison with Boxer

The American programme's slower progress is weighed against the maturity attributed to its underlying Italian vehicle.

Amphibious WarfareArmoured VehiclesBoxer Armoured VehicleDefence ProcurementSuper AvUS Marine Corps
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Question

Is the US Marine Corps vehicle programme behind Boxer in development?

Short answer

Yes, but its basis in SuperAV is given as a reason the gap is smaller than suggested.

Notes

The US Marine Corps amphibious vehicle programme is acknowledged to be behind Boxer in development. Its basis in the Italian SuperAV is offered as a reason that the gap is smaller than it first appears. SuperAV is described as a more recent design already in service, while delays in the American programme are associated with repeated arguments for a lighter force.