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Armoured Fighting Vehicles: Procurement

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 8 January 2026UIN 102953

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress he has made in replacing the FV430 series Mk3 Bulldog.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The long-term replacement for the FV430 series Bulldog is being considered as part of the Heavy Protected Mobility sub-programme, within the Land Mobility Programme.

The Heavy Protected Mobility sub-programme is in its Concept Phase and is currently evaluating the Finnish led Common Armoured Vehicles System (CAVS) Programme’s suitability in meeting UK’s Heavy Protected Mobility requirements.

The programme is being considered and is part of the Defence Investment Plan.

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