The German armed forces intend to expand their arsenal of combat vehicles of the Puma infantry, as indicated in the federal budget project for 2025.
The document provides for expenditure authorizations for approximately $ 1.7 billion for the years 2028 and 2029, which will allow the continuation of the production of these vehicles. Currently 50 Puma vehicles have already been ordered in the S1 configuration, with deliveries foreseen between the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2027.
Initially, the Bundeswehr had requested an additional 61 vehicles to achieve the total capacity expected in its current structure, which also includes training schools for armored vehicles. However, experts expect this question to be revised in light of the structural changes and the creation of new mechanized units, in line with the updated objectives of NATO. The framework agreement in force, signed in May 2025, allows the purchase of up to 229 Puma vehicles, offering flexibility for future acquisitions.
In addition, Germany could prepare for a significant purchase of combat vehicles with a boxer wheels, produced by KNDS Germany. The purchase, estimated at around 4.5 billion dollars, aims to equip a new category of forces called “medium forces”, which will focus on mobility and operational agility.
With these investments, the Bundeswehr aims to modernize and expand its response capacity in the conflict scenarios.
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