US Marines Order 32 ACV Recovery Variants Under $230M Deal — BAE Systems has secured a $230.1-million contract modification from the US Marine Corps to produce 32 ACV-R recovery vehicles, strengthening the service’s amphibious support capabilities. The contract could increase to approximately $4.1 billion if all options are exercised, and the current work is scheduled for completion by November 2028. The program includes government-directed design work and installation of a Palfinger crane at Anniston Army Depot in Alabama, where final integration will take place before the vehicles enter service with the Fleet Marine Force. The crane will provide essential support for lifting equipment, recovering disabled vehicles, and conducting repairs in the field. The ACV-R is part of BAE Systems’ wider Amphibious Combat Vehicle family, alongside the ACV-30 gun variant, ACV-P troop transport vehicle, and ACV-C command-and-control model. Its integrated winch and crane enable recovery of vehicles weighing more than 30 tons, while its introduction is expected to replace the legacy AAVR7A1 recovery variant. Built around an 8×8 wheeled platform, the ACV is designed to operate in open water and on land while offering improved protection. It accommodates up to 16 personnel, achieves speeds of approximately 104 kilometres per hour on paved roads, and reaches six knots in water. BAE Systems’ modular design also allows potential upgrades, including air defence and electronic warfare equipment.
