Bushmaster

Jun- 2026 -

23 June

Thales Introduces Next-Gen Bushmaster Variant With Expanded Mission Roles

Thales Australia has reworked the Bushmaster protected mobility vehicle into a new variant with improved capability, connectivity, and survivability.

4 June

Asia Pacific

Christine Casimiro

Thales Speeds Up Delivery of Australian Bushmaster Vehicles to the Netherlands

Thales is set to expedite the delivery of an undisclosed number of Australian-made Bushmaster protected mobility vehicles to the Netherlands in response to an urgent operational request.

May- 2026 -

1 May

Land

Bea Castañeda

Redback IFV Guide: The Future of Australian Mechanized Warfare

Like the venomous Australian redback spider it’s named after, the Redback infantry fighting vehicle is designed to take on threats far larger than itself.

Apr- 2026 -

27 April

Asia Pacific

Christine Casimiro

Australia Invests $855M in Nearly 300 Bushmaster Vehicles, Upgraded Trucks

Australia has committed to investing $855 million to enhance the Australian Defence Forces’ ground vehicle fleet.

12 April

Arms

Bea Castañeda

Bushmaster III: A Guide to the Next Generation of IFV Firepower

This Bushmaster III guide unpacks its 35/50mm flexibility, advanced ammunition options, and how it enhances firepower across today’s mechanized combat environments.

Mar- 2025 -

26 March

Asia Pacific

A Bushmaster Electric Protected Mobility Vehicle after being unveiled during the Chief of Army Symposium 2022

Giulia Bernacchi

Thales Australia Tests Counter-Drone Systems on Bushmaster Vehicle

Thales Australia has tested the Bushmaster armored vehicle with Dedrone by Axon’s counter-drone systems in Thales' Bendigo facility.

Jan- 2025 -

9 January

Land

Rojoef Manuel

Australian Army to Receive More Locally-Made Bushmaster Vehicles

Australia has announced a plan to build 40 Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicles domestically for the army, further supporting the country’s commitment to defense and economic growth.

Dec- 2024 -

5 December

Asia Pacific