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FTS unveils first pre-series TAHR airborne combat vehicle for Germany’s KSK under framework for up to 200 systems

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Flensburg Technology Systems has unveiled the first pre-series TAHR light airborne combat vehicle for Germany’s Special Forces Command. The air-droppable vehicle is sized for Chinook transport, with two systems fitting inside one helicopter, under a framework agreement covering up to 200 vehicles.

Discovered 2026-09-16T03:35:04.476224-07:00 | 2026-09-16T03:35:04.476224-07:00

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  • The unveiling marks a concrete production milestone for Germany’s KSK and its requirement for a new light airborne combat vehicle.
  • TAHR’s air-droppable design and capacity for two vehicles inside a Chinook directly support rapid deployment by special forces.
  • The framework agreement provides a potential pathway for up to 200 systems, making the program relevant to future German defense procurement and industrial planning.

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