BAE Sticking With Hybrid Drive For GCV Bid

By Michael Fabey

With the U.S. Army poised this week to release the revamped request for proposals (RFP) for its $40 billion Ground Combat Vehicle (GCV) replacement program for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle, BAE Systems is still counting on its hybrid-drive design to win over buyers despite its perceived risks.

The biggest risk factor, BAE officials say, will be the company’s success or failure in persuading the Army that ...

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