This list presents the present and future strategic programs of the Brazilian Armed Forces that was based on the documents of the National Defense Strategy of 2008, and subsequent versions of the Defense White Paper that outline the major defense programs in Brazil from 2008 until 2040. [1]
The program is coordinated by the Army High Command and is responsible for the modernization of the armored forces with a budget estimated at US$5.3 billion and 2,096 armored vehicles of different types planned. The following vehicles are set to be incorporated by 2040: [2]
In July 2024, the MoD authorized the purchase of 12 additional UH-60Ms, in a US$451 million plan. [12]
In 2008, the presidents of Brazil and France, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Nicolas Sarkozy, signed a strategic partnership of US$10 billion to the construction of four conventionally-powered submarines, and the support for the development of the first Brazilian nuclear submarine Álvaro Alberto, in a program called Submarine Development Program. As of 2024, of the five units ordered, three was delivered. [13] [14] [15]
In 2020, the Brazilian government and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems signed a €2 billion contract for four frigates. The first ship is set to be delivered in 2024. [16] [17] [18]
In 2014, 36 units were ordered in a US$5.4 billion plan. As of 2024, eight units was already delivered. [19] [20] [21]
In 2019, 19 units were ordered, as of 2024 six was delivered. [22] [23]
The process of selection for a light attack jet to replace the older AMX is in course with the coordination of the MoD. As of July 2024, the air force evaluated the purchase of 24 General Dynamics F-16s from the US stocks, possibly Block 40/42, and the new Alenia Aermacchi M-346 Master Block 20. [24] [25] [26] [27] [28]
In 2008, the Brazilian government announced the purchase of 50 H225M units as part of a US$1 billion order to the armed forces. As of 2024, several units are in operation within the three branches, and continue to be incorporated to its services. [29] [30] [31]
The process of selection for a new longer and medium range surface-to-air missile system that will be joint operated by the three branches of the armed forces in conjunction with the CINDACTA system and other radars in operation is in course with the coordination of the Joint Staff of the Armed Forces. Two request for quotes was already launched by the Brazilian Army on the market in November 2023 and February 2024. [32]
Gripen NG deliveries to the Brazilian Air Force will be undertaken from 2019 to 2024. […] The commitments by Sweden and Brazil secure Gripen's industrial and operational future into the 2050 timeframe.
This list presents the present and future strategic programs of the Brazilian Armed Forces that was based on the documents of the National Defense Strategy of 2008, and subsequent versions of the Defense White Paper that outline the major defense programs in Brazil from 2008 until 2040. [1]
The program is coordinated by the Army High Command and is responsible for the modernization of the armored forces with a budget estimated at US$5.3 billion and 2,096 armored vehicles of different types planned. The following vehicles are set to be incorporated by 2040: [2]
In July 2024, the MoD authorized the purchase of 12 additional UH-60Ms, in a US$451 million plan. [12]
In 2008, the presidents of Brazil and France, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Nicolas Sarkozy, signed a strategic partnership of US$10 billion to the construction of four conventionally-powered submarines, and the support for the development of the first Brazilian nuclear submarine Álvaro Alberto, in a program called Submarine Development Program. As of 2024, of the five units ordered, three was delivered. [13] [14] [15]
In 2020, the Brazilian government and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems signed a €2 billion contract for four frigates. The first ship is set to be delivered in 2024. [16] [17] [18]
In 2014, 36 units were ordered in a US$5.4 billion plan. As of 2024, eight units was already delivered. [19] [20] [21]
In 2019, 19 units were ordered, as of 2024 six was delivered. [22] [23]
The process of selection for a light attack jet to replace the older AMX is in course with the coordination of the MoD. As of July 2024, the air force evaluated the purchase of 24 General Dynamics F-16s from the US stocks, possibly Block 40/42, and the new Alenia Aermacchi M-346 Master Block 20. [24] [25] [26] [27] [28]
In 2008, the Brazilian government announced the purchase of 50 H225M units as part of a US$1 billion order to the armed forces. As of 2024, several units are in operation within the three branches, and continue to be incorporated to its services. [29] [30] [31]
The process of selection for a new longer and medium range surface-to-air missile system that will be joint operated by the three branches of the armed forces in conjunction with the CINDACTA system and other radars in operation is in course with the coordination of the Joint Staff of the Armed Forces. Two request for quotes was already launched by the Brazilian Army on the market in November 2023 and February 2024. [32]
Gripen NG deliveries to the Brazilian Air Force will be undertaken from 2019 to 2024. […] The commitments by Sweden and Brazil secure Gripen's industrial and operational future into the 2050 timeframe.