Lynx – Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Next-generation family of combat vehicles
The Lynx’s time has come. With more performance, more space and more possibilities.
Evolution of the Lynx
Less than five years elapsed between the initial idea for the new Lynx infantry fighting vehicle; the elaboration of a strategy; conceptualization and development of the vehicle; and the first successful sale. Hungary, a member of NATO and the European Union, was the first country to procure the Lynx. A strong signal to those eying the most advanced IFV to date.
Experience the future of mechanized warfare
The Lynx KF41 is more than just a new, highly advanced vehicle: it is the ultimate future-proof platform, blending unsurpassed protection with massive firepower and unbeatable mobility in a uniquely modular concept.Lynx in motion
The LYNX family
The principle of modularity
Power of variety – One platform. Multiple variants. Including yours.
Mission success depends on the military’s ability to adapt to rapidly evolving threats. The Lynx’s modular design makes this possible. On the one hand it delivers extensive parts commonality even in highly specialized variants: on the other it allows the precise tailoring of technology to specific missions and threats. The training and logistics burden is also significantly reduced, leading to greater operational readiness. And when it comes to operating and supporting the vehicle, a Lynx is always a Lynx no matter how it is configured.
The Lynx comes in two versions:
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Lynx KF31
Rheinmetall presented its Lynx KF31 infantry fighting vehicle at Eurosatory 2016 for the very first time. Agile, hard-hitting and highly protected, this state-of-the-art tracked armoured vehicle is destined to dominate the modern battlefield, lending itself to operations from peace enforcement to high-intensity combat. The Lynx KF31 is weighing up to 38 tonnes, and can seat 3+6 soldiers. - Lynx KF41
Its spacious interior is unsurpassed by any vehicle in its class, assuring the operational effectiveness of its three crew members and up to nine infantry dismounts.
The Lynx can be configured for various roles, as e.g.:
- Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
- Command & Control
- Armoured Reconnaissance
- Repair & Recovery
- Fire support
Called the Lynx 120, this unique platform merges a tried-and-tested turret concept and the proven 120mm smoothbore cannon with the Lynx KF 41 chassis, offering a well-balanced blend of lethality, protection, mobility and survivability. - Ambulance
A high degree of commonality in parts and components is another prominent feature of the Lynx family of vehicles. This simplifies logistic support and has a positive impact on training. Furthermore, customized service support is available worldwide – ranging from training and logistics to in-theatre repairs and technology transfer, including local suppliers for development, production and lifecycle support, and local procurement of ancillary systems.
* KF stands for "Kettenfahrzeug", which is German and means "tracked vehicle"
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.
