Rheinmetall has handed over 20 additional Marder infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) to the Ukrainian armed forces, informs the press service of this German arms manufacturer. The delivery was completed at the end of the third quarter of 2024.

This brings the total number of combat vehicles delivered directly to Ukraine or in the context of “ring exchanges” to around 200.

A three-digit number of these systems are Marder 1A3 infantry fighting vehicles.

In addition, Rheinmetall has provided Marder infantry fighting vehicles and Leopard main battle tanks in double digits through a “ring exchange” process.

The latest order for the delivery of 20 Marder, financed by the German government, is worth a mid double-digit million euro amount..

The Marder 1A3 version being delivered by Rheinmetall to the Ukraine features additional laser rangefinders for efficient and precise target engagement.

The first delivery of 20 combat vehicles of this type was arranged by Rheinmetall on behalf of the German government in March 2023.