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Ukraine Chooses Rheinmetall's Lynx, Boosts Defense Production

11/9/2025

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Ukraine has selected Rheinmetall’s KF41 Lynx as its main infantry fighting vehicle for Defense Forces.
A new artillery ammunition plant in Lithuania will produce tens of thousands of 155mm shells annually, a €300 million investment creating about 150 jobs.
Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger noted delays in a Ukrainian plant's construction due to location changes.
He states that funding is needed to produce combat vehicles in Ukraine, where several defense facilities are planned.

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Ukraine has selected Rheinmetall’s KF41 Lynx as its main infantry fighting vehicle for Defense Forces.
A new artillery ammunition plant in Lithuania will produce tens of thousands of 155mm shells annually, a €300 million investment creating about 150 jobs.
Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger noted delays in a Ukrainian plant's construction due to location changes.
He states that funding is needed to produce combat vehicles in Ukraine, where several defense facilities are planned.