Main Ground Combat System
Coverage of Main Ground Combat System in the Nexus archive.
- Germany and France seek to ‘bounce back’ from fighter jet failure
France and Germany aim to advance joint defense projects after the collapse of their Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet initiative. The two nations will focus on bolstering European rearmament and addressing tensions over competing defense strategies, including France's refusal to join Germany's European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI).
- KNDS proposes mixed French-German tank to replace France’s Leclerc
KNDS proposes a French-German hybrid main battle tank, Capint, combining a French-developed turret and gun with the Leopard 2's hull to replace France's aging Leclerc tanks. The tank aims to serve as an interim solution before the delayed Main Ground Combat System (MGCS) arrives in the mid-2040s, with production units planned for 2035 and deployment by 2037. The design includes AI integration, advanced protection systems, and robotic wingmen concepts.
- Rheinmetall CEO Fears Collapse of Franco-German Tank Project
Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger warns France may withdraw from or defund the joint Main Ground Combat System (MGCS) tank project, citing concerns after the collapse of the Franco-German Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet initiative.