CRS Report: Changing U.S. Strategy And Price Mismatch Puts GCV At Risk

By Tony Bertuca / January 10, 2012 at 12:17 AM
The Army's development of the Ground Combat Vehicle is on unsure footing due to a high price tag and the fact that U.S. military strategy is pivoting toward power projection in the Pacific and away from extensive ground engagements, a new report to Congress contends. "Given current and possible future defense budget constraints, the ongoing debate over GCV affordability will likely become even more pronounced," states a Dec. 27 report from the Congressional Research Service. "Also, a de-emphasis on heavy...

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