{"id":3972,"date":"2025-06-10T08:09:56","date_gmt":"2025-06-10T07:09:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visegradpost.com\/?p=3972"},"modified":"2025-06-09T08:13:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T07:13:11","slug":"greece-strikes-armored-deal-88-battle-ready-infantry-vehicles-from-french-army-set-to-reinforce-hellenic-military-power","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visegradpost.com\/en\/2025\/06\/10\/greece-strikes-armored-deal-88-battle-ready-infantry-vehicles-from-french-army-set-to-reinforce-hellenic-military-power\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cGreece Strikes Armored Deal\u201d: 88 Battle-Ready Infantry Vehicles From French Army Set to Reinforce Hellenic Military Power"},"content":{"rendered":"
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  • \ud83d\ude9c France is negotiating the sale of 88 used Infantry Fighting Vehicles<\/strong> to Greece, enhancing Greek military capabilities.<\/li>\n
  • \ud83d\udd27 The deal includes the acquisition of 280 new VBCI Philoct\u00e8te<\/strong> models, with modernization and operational readiness upgrades.<\/li>\n
  • \ud83e\udd1d KNDS France has partnered with METLEN Energy & Metals to produce VBCI Philoct\u00e8te<\/strong> in Greece, transferring expertise in defense manufacturing.<\/li>\n
  • \ud83c\udf0d This transaction emphasizes France’s strategic influence<\/strong> in Europe, potentially reshaping defense collaborations within the EU.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

    The potential acquisition of military vehicles often garners international interest, and the current discussions between France and Greece are no exception. The French Army may part with 88 used Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) to Greece, alongside a proposal for new models. This military transaction involves the VBCI, a vehicle tested in various conflict zones. With France’s backing, this deal could enhance Greece’s military capabilities, but it also raises questions about regional power dynamics and the future of European defense collaboration.<\/p>\n

    The Proven Track Record of VBCI Vehicles<\/h2>\n

    The VBCI, or Vehicule Blinde de Combat d’Infanterie, has been a stalwart in the French Army’s inventory. These vehicles have demonstrated their resilience and effectiveness in challenging terrains and conflict zones like Afghanistan and Mali. With the ability to transport up to nine fully equipped soldiers, or eleven including the driver and gunner, the VBCI is a formidable force on the battlefield. It boasts an 8\u00d78 wheel configuration and weighs approximately 62,000 pounds. The vehicle is armed with a 25 mm cannon and a 12.7 mm machine gun, providing substantial firepower.<\/p>\n

    Powered by a Volvo D12 turbo diesel engine with six cylinders and 550 horsepower, the VBCI can reach speeds of up to 62 mph. This mobility, coupled with its robust armament, makes it an excellent choice for diverse military operations. The proposed sale of 88 such used vehicles to Greece represents a strategic move, allowing the Greek military to bolster its capabilities with proven technology.<\/p>\n

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