A new engine cooling system and suspension to increase accuracy for firing in transit.A versatile turret that can be fitted to the tanks of allies and global partners.Digitally programmed ammunition in a 120-millimetre smoothbore gun.High velocity ammunition with faster speeds and increased range.This valuable investment for Pearson Engineering will sustain 285 skilled roles and will help the company recruit several new technical roles across project management, engineering and design, as well as 20 apprentices under an expanded science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) outreach programme. This steel cut represents progress on delivering on our ongoing upgrade to British Army capabilities and on investment in skills and manufacturing in the North East and across the U.K. They will be equipped with the latest digital enhancements and weaponry, providing support and reassurance to our allies. Officially announcing this milestone at Pearson Engineering, Defence Procurement Minister Jeremy Quin said:Ĭhallenger 3 tanks will be at the forefront of the British Army’s ground force deterrent against our adversaries. The Challenger 3 tanks are being upgraded by Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) under an £800 million contract, which will deliver 148 Challenger 3 tanks and equip the British Army with this modern capability until 2040.Ĭonstructed as part of a £25 million sub-contract with Pearson Engineering in Newcastle, the new turret will ensure the Challenger 3 tanks are equipped with state-of-the-art lethality, upgraded survivability, and world-class surveillance and targeting technologies. £25 million contract to sustain 285 jobs in the North East.Upgrades to lethality, surveillance and versatility.Milestone reached for Europe’s most lethal tank with turret steel cut.
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