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American Rheinmetall – Informed by the Soldier, Built for...

Every decision begins and ends with the soldier. That is why the American Rheinmetall...

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Digital Engineering for American Rheinmetall’s Lynx XM30

Ruben Burgos talks about the leaps in technology used to develop the Lynx XM30,...

Allison Transmission Delivers Unmatched Propulsion and Power Availability to...

As a key member of the American Rheinmetall-led industry team, Allison is supplying the...

Investment, Not Inertia: How American Rheinmetall Brings Silicon Valley...

For decades, defense programs followed a cautious, government-funded path to development, a model that...

About
Team Lynx

Team Lynx is the American Rheinmetall–led industry team competing to deliver the XM30 combat vehicle for the U.S. Army. It brings together the best of the U.S. Defense Industrial Base including Textron Systems, Raytheon, L3Harris Technologies, Allison Transmission, and Anduril, along with dozens of leading U.S. technology and manufacturing suppliers. This team combines cutting-edge innovation with proven industrial strength to design, build, and sustain the Army’s next-generation combat vehicle, engineered in America for the American Soldier. Team Lynx is the right team, providing the right capability, right now.

*  American Rheinmetall Vehicles is registered as a DBA, and is doing business as American Rheinmetall.

The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement.

The Lynx XM30 is a revolutionary combat vehicle designed with foresight, featuring a modular open systems architecture design (MOSA) that not only provides a strategic advantage today but also ensures continued superiority in the face of emerging technologies and evolving battlefield doctrines.

Architecture Designed for Persistent Modernization

Unmatched Lethality

Superior Survivability

Best-in-class Mobility

Designed by Americans.
Built by Americans.

The Lynx XM30 aims not only to deliver a groundbreaking, American-made vehicle but also to enhance the U.S. Defense Industrial Base with advanced industrial capacity and capability. Through this endeavor, American Rheinmetall is committed to fostering a customer-focused, communicative partnership with the U.S. Army.

Developed and Made

in America

at 31 collective locations

Delivering

Needed Competition

Increased

Capacity

Quality

Employment Opportunities

Poised for

Production

to meet the needs of U.S. Defense Industrial Base

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  • Press Release
    — American Rheinmetall
    [March 6, 2025]

    With a recent strategic acquisition, American Rheinmetall...

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  • White Paper
    — American Rheinmetall

    The Imperative of the Army’s Optionally Manned...

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  • Press Release
    — American Rheinmetall
    [August 7, 2023]

    American Rheinmetall and Team Lynx awarded contract...

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  • Brochure
    — Allison Transmission

    Proud Members of Team Lynx Electrified Performance

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  • Press Release
    — L3Harris Technologies
    [October 10, 2022]

    L3Harris Provides Advanced Sight Systems, Increases Lethality...

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  • White Paper
    — Allison Transmission

    Allison Transmission and Team Lynx Win Contract...

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Lynx XM30 combat vehicle boasts a revolutionary platform designed with foresight, featuring a modular electronic architecture design that not only provides a strategic advantage today but also ensures continued superiority in the face of emerging technologies and evolving battlefield doctrines.

What is the American Rheinmetall Lynx XM30?

The American Rheinmetall Lynx XM30 is a next‑generation combat vehicle designed specifically to meet U.S. Army requirements. It is built to deliver decisive overmatch in lethality, survivability, and mobility against peer threats, while evolving through software as the battlefield changes.

What makes the American Rheinmetall Lynx XM30 the right choice for the U.S. Army?

The Lynx XM30 is the right choice because it is purpose-built around the American Warfighter and engineered for the future fight, not adapted from legacy platforms. Led by American Rheinmetall and delivered by Team Lynx, the Lynx XM30 combines proven global combat-vehicle expertise with a strong U.S. industrial base, digitally native design, and modular open-systems architecture. Soldier touchpoints, real operational feedback, and rapid digital engineering drive every design decision, ensuring unmatched lethality, survivability, and adaptability. Built in America, at scale, and aligned with National Defense Strategy priorities, Lynx XM30 delivers combat dominance the Army can field on schedule, sustain for decades, and evolve continuously as threats change.

Why does the U.S. Army still need armored combat vehicles?

Armored combat vehicles remain essential because maneuver warfare depends on protected mobility and sustained, direct firepower. They allow forces to move under fire, seize terrain, and exploit breakthroughs while minimizing exposure to enemy fires. No other system combines lethality, mobility, and protection at scale.

How does Team Lynx support the National Defense Strategy’s defense industrial base priorities?

Team Lynx directly advances National Defense Strategy Line of Effort 4 by expanding competition, integrating non-traditional innovators, and strengthening U.S. manufacturing capacity. Led by American Rheinmetall, the team combines advanced defense-tech companies with proven combat-vehicle manufacturers to deliver the Lynx XM30 at speed and scale, ensuring innovation without sacrificing producibility, reliability, or long-term sustainment.

Where is the Lynx XM30 supply chain located?

The Lynx XM30 relies on a predominantly U.S.‑based supply chain supported by trusted American partners. This approach improves resilience, security, and responsiveness in times of crisis or conflict.

When will the Lynx XM30 be fielded?

Fielding will follow prototype delivery, Army evaluation, testing, and decision milestones. This deliberate process ensures the Army fields a combat vehicle that meets future operational demands rather than rushing an incomplete solution into service.