Canada to procure heavy recovery vehicles from Rheinmetall: Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada – [November 14, 2024] – Rheinmetall Canada has secured a significant contract from the Canadian government to supply 85 heavy recovery vehicles to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as part of the Enhanced Recovery Capability (ERC) project. The five-year contract, valued at $325 million CAD, also includes recovery equipment and other modifications, with initial deliveries scheduled for 2027.
A Powerful Partnership for Enhanced Military Capabilities
As the prime contractor, Rheinmetall Canada will replace the CAF’s existing heavy logistic vehicle wheeled recovery fleet with 85 HX 8×8 trucks, each equipped with a heavy towing and recovery module. These advanced vehicles will significantly enhance the CAF’s ability to recover and tow its latest generation of heavier armored and logistical vehicles.
The new HX heavy recovery vehicles offer a range of additional capabilities, including an integrated rotary crane that can be used for container handling and other crane work. This versatility will further boost the CAF’s operational efficiency and flexibility.
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Rheinmetall HX: A Proven Performer
The Rheinmetall HX is a world-class military vehicle, renowned for its high mobility, reliability, and durability. This combat-proven platform has been successfully deployed by numerous militaries worldwide, including the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Slovenia, Singapore, and Japan. The HX has proven its worth in a variety of challenging operational environments, from domestic disaster relief to combat operations in harsh conditions.
Rheinmetall RMMV HX 10×10 Truck.
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A Strong Team, A Powerful Solution
Rheinmetall Canada will lead a team of industry experts to deliver this critical capability to the CAF. This team includes Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles, a global leader in military vehicle manufacturing, Miller Industries Towing Equipment, a premier supplier of towing and recovery equipment, and Rotzler Holding, a leading manufacturer of hydraulic winches and winch systems.
“Together, this strong team will provide a sophisticated, best-in-class recovery solution that will enable the CAF to fulfill its tasks in support of Canadian national interests,” said Pietro Mazzei, President and CEO of Rheinmetall Canada. “This vehicle is an extraordinary system that will meet Canada’s needs for decades to come.”
Michael Wittlinger, CEO of Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles, added, “We are very grateful to be able to welcome Canada as a new member of the HX user group. With the heavy recovery vehicle, the HX fleet is now prominently represented on the North American continent for the first time. Our mission-proven vehicle family is increasingly becoming the backbone of the logistics forces of NATO and allied nations.”
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Rheinmetall MAN HX-8×8 Military Trucks.
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Significant Economic Benefits for Canada
The ERC project will have a significant impact on the Canadian economy, creating high-tech jobs and driving investment. Rheinmetall Canada has a strong track record of delivering Industrial Technological Benefits (ITB) and Industrial and Regional Benefits (IRB) to Canada, and this project will further contribute to the country’s economic growth.
With this latest contract, Rheinmetall Canada reaffirms its commitment to supporting the Canadian Armed Forces and strengthening Canada’s defense capabilities.
