{"product_id":"icm-spz-marder-1a3-ukrainian-infantry-fighting-vehicle","title":"Icm Spz Marder 1A3, Ukrainian Infantry Fighting Vehicle","description":"The SPz Marder 1 is a German infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) developed by Rheinmetall that has served as the main combat vehicle of the armoured infantry divisions of the Bundeswehr since the 1970s.\u003cbr id='\"isPasted\"'\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe vehicle underwent several modernizations throughout its service life, with the A3 upgrade program launching in 1988. This modernization included 1600 kilograms of improved armour, reinforced suspension, a new braking system, and a modified turret configuration. The resulting SPz Marder 1A3 has proven to be one of the world's most battle-tested and reliable IFVs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStarting in March 2023, Ukraine began receiving SPz Marder 1A3s, with deliveries continuing until late 2024. 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