IFV SYSTEM
IN PRODUCTION
BATTLE TESTED 90%
Redback IFV
AS21
SPEED 65 km/h
MASS 42 t
CREW 3
AS21
OVERVIEW
The AS21 Redback is a next-generation infantry fighting vehicle developed to meet the Australian Land 400 Phase 3 requirement. Features a 30mm autocannon turret, advanced protection systems, and capacity for 8 dismounts.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
main armament
30mm Mk44 Bushmaster II autocannon
secondary armament
7.62mm coaxial MG
atgm
Spike LR2 ATGM launcher
crew
3
dismounts
8
weight tonnes
42
engine
MTU 8V199 TE20 (750 hp)
max speed kmh
65
protection
Composite armor, APS, mine protection
BATTLE TESTED REVIEWS
90
Australian User Evaluation Trials TRIAL PROVEN
2022 | Australian DoD Land 400 Evaluation
The Redback outperformed the Rheinmetall Lynx KF41 in Australian Land 400 Phase 3 competitive evaluation across mobility, protection, and lethality criteria. Demonstrated superior mine blast protection and dismount ergonomics in tropical, desert, and temperate conditions.
Won competitive evaluation vs Rheinmetall Lynx
Superior mine blast protection ratings
Spike LR2 ATGM engagement at 4km+
8 dismounts with full combat load