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"Australia has locked in its purchase of more than 120 tanks and other armoured
vehicles from the United States, at a cost of $3.5 billion, as part of a major
upgrade of the army’s fleet.
The commitment to buy 75 M1A2 main battle tanks indicates the government is
committed to an advanced fleet of armoured vehicles despite the focus in recent
years being on other major acquisitions such as submarines, jet fighters and
long-range missiles amid the rise of China.
Defence Minister Peter Dutton will confirm the upgrade on Monday after the US
government approved the potential purchase last year.
The tanks will replace the army’s 59 Abrams M1A1s, which were bought in 2007
but have not seen combat."
Via Christoph S, who wrote "Are you preparing for the next Emu war or why do
you need tanks in Australia? Ridiculous"
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
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