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Irish Defence Forces Retire 27 Armoured Vehicles, Seek Replacement

1/24/2026

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The Irish Defence Forces retired 27 light tactical armoured vehicles (LTAVs) acquired in 2010 after deeming them unreliable and underused.
Military experts cited technical issues, noting some units averaged only 540 km of use per year.
A €500 million contract for new vehicles is expected, with French models Jaguar, Serval, and Griffon favored.
Critics urge contracts for Irish firms to diversify the supply chain and bolster national security.

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The Irish Defence Forces retired 27 light tactical armoured vehicles (LTAVs) acquired in 2010 after deeming them unreliable and underused.
Military experts cited technical issues, noting some units averaged only 540 km of use per year.
A €500 million contract for new vehicles is expected, with French models Jaguar, Serval, and Griffon favored.
Critics urge contracts for Irish firms to diversify the supply chain and bolster national security.