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A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between Turkish defense company FNSS, Spain’s TSD and Grupo Oesia, and Belgium-based John Cockerill Defense for the supply of 6x6 military vehicles to the Spanish Army.
According to a statement from FNSS, the signing ceremony took place during the International Defense and Security Exhibition (FEINDEF) in Madrid. Representatives from all four companies were present at the event.
The MoU outlines a collaborative framework among the parties to provide 6x6 armored vehicles tailored to the needs of the Spanish Armed Forces. The scope of cooperation includes vehicle production and assembly, armored vehicle design, optronic system supply, and the integration of manned turrets.
FNSS is a leading land defense systems company based in Türkiye, specializing in the design and production of wheeled and tracked armored combat vehicles, combat engineering vehicles, unmanned ground systems, hybrid powertrains, turrets, and sustainability solutions.
TSD, one of the Spanish signatories, is engaged in the design, development, and manufacturing of military vehicles. Grupo Oesia, the second Spanish partner, provides solutions in areas such as digital transformation, satellite communications, and industrial engineering.
John Cockerill Defense, headquartered in Belgium, brings its expertise in innovative weapon systems and armored vehicle technologies to the collaboration.
The PARS III 6x6 is a next-generation tactical wheeled armored vehicle developed to meet the modern operational requirements of armed forces worldwide. With a combat weight of 25,000 kilograms, it can accommodate up to nine personnel. Compact yet robust, the vehicle is under 7 meters in length, 2.9 meters in width, and 2.4 meters in hull height, and is air-transportable by A400, C-17, and C-5 aircraft. It is powered by a high-performance diesel engine paired with a fully automatic 7-speed transmission, achieving a maximum road speed of 100 kilometers per hour and an operational range exceeding 800 kilometers. The vehicle demonstrates exceptional off-road performance with a 60% gradeability, 30% side slope capability, and the ability to overcome 0.7-meter vertical obstacles and 1.75-meter-wide trenches.
The PARS III 6x6 features independent hydropneumatic suspension with height adjustability and double wishbone design, ensuring superior mobility across challenging terrains. All six wheels are driven, with axles one and three steerable for enhanced maneuverability, and a tight turning radius of less than 7 meters. It can optionally be configured for amphibious operations.
Protection is a key strength of the PARS III, with classified-level ballistic and mine protection in compliance with STANAG 4569 standards. The vehicle includes 8 smoke grenade launchers, a standard automatic fire suppression system, and integrated CBRN protection and climate control systems. It supports a variety of manned and remote-controlled turret systems, including missile platforms, allowing for modular mission configurations.
Mission equipment includes a 360-degree situational awareness system, driver vision enhancements, a battlefield management system, integrated navigation, VHF/UHF communications, and a crew intercom. The electrical infrastructure is compliant with MIL-STD-1275 and MIL-STD-461 standards, and an optional auxiliary power unit (APU) supports sustained operations. Designed for high survivability, flexibility, and mobility, the PARS III 6x6 is well-suited for a wide range of modern combat scenarios.
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