
Lynx – Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Next-generation family of combat vehicles

Lynx - Next-Generation tracked vehicle family
Military operations are becoming increasingly complex and unpredictable. This requires a completely new vehicle concept - one that fully takes into account the changes on the battlefield of the 21st century, one that is radically different. Uncompromisingly innovative. Never before has the principle of modularity been implemented so consistently. This is reflected not only in the multitude of options with which the Lynx can be configured and adapted for new capabilities in the field of land operations, but also in the latest developments in Rheinmetall's mission module design, which are nothing less than revolutionary. This opens up a multitude of new possibilities for the provision of modular vehicle platforms.
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Key Features
Multipurpose and maximum flexibility:
- Base vehicle with a wide range of mission equipment thanks to modular and digital design
- Adaptability/expandability for the integration of future technologies
Industrial concept for efficiency and resilience:
- The LYNX was developed with a production concept that enables efficient technology transfer, flexible localisation and scalable manufacturing
- This approach simplifies setup, shortens delivery times and allows for customisation to meet national requirements
Largest protected interior volume:
- 6.43 cubic meter crew compartment offers space for 3 crew members and 8 soldiers, even with an unmanned turret.
Ready for immediate deployment:
- Thanks to existing design maturity, rapid delivery can be guaranteed with the existing supply chain stability
- The LYNX family is based on a comprehensive European supply chain that ensures a secure and resilient supply
- Guaranteeing the independence of European defence partners

Vehicle family
The LYNX family is based on a modular platform that meets the operational requirements of today's and tomorrow's medium-weight tracked vehicles. It combines effective firepower, advanced protection and improved mobility through modern chassis technologies and a highly efficient drive system, making it one of the most powerful infantry fighting vehicles in its class. The LYNX family uses a common role kit that can be equipped with various mission modules. This means that the LYNX family offers a wide range of variants that can be optimally adapted to different mission requirements. This reduces both, initial acquisition costs and long-term maintenance costs, with a commonality factor of more than 70% within the vehicle family. In addition, several armament options are available, including weapon systems in various calibers, allowing the vehicle to be tailored to specific requirements.
Thanks to its growth potential, the vehicle can easily accommodate additional weight through modular systems and future upgrades, while its electrical architecture is prepared for future technologies. The Lynx KF41 has a ‘digital backbone’ with a generic open architecture that allows easy integration of new mission systems. The entire protection system is also modular and expandable to enable the vehicle to cope with the highly versatile threats on the battlefield. Various protection kits are available for peacekeeping operations, combat against irregular forces, including in urban environments, and mechanized combat against an equal opponent. Ergonomic aspects are at the heart of the design, with features aimed at reducing vibrations and improving crew comfort. Together, these elements contribute to a balanced system that prioritizes operational performance, adaptability and crew efficiency.
Combat power
In its standard configuration, the LYNX is equipped as an armoured personnel carrier with the Lance 2 turret and state-of-the-art electronics, sensors and weapon systems. The 30 mm main gun and optionally integrated anti-tank missiles ensure precise firepower for a wide range of targets. Stabilised weapon systems and precise target tracking with killer-killer capability guarantee superior responsiveness and striking power.
Configuration for various operational purposes:
- Armoured personnel carrier with manned and unmanned medium-calibre turret (infantry fighting vehicle)
•Lance 2
•UT30
•Hitfist - Lynx 120 heavy fire support vehicle (direct fire support)
•Hitfact
- Air defence with Skyranger 30
- Command and control vehicle
- Reconnaissance vehicle
- Joint fire support
- Recovery vehicle
- Ambulance
- Mortar (NEMO)
Lynx – A worldwide winning solution
Rheinmetall's Lynx is the most advanced infantry fighting vehicle available to global defence customers. Its next-generation design and future focused modularity are already proving highly desired by countries currently modernizing their IFV fleets.
Lynx in action
