The ACV-30 variant features a medium calibre Remote Turret System, which is being procured separately and integrated by the Naval Information Warfare Integration Center Atlantic. This vehicle variant is designed to transport troops and mission-critical equipment while enhancing firepower and protection.
“The ACV is tested and proven to be incredibly adaptable – it not only swims, but it’s also optimized for ship-to-shore, island-hopping, and advanced land operations,” said Rebecca McGrane, vice president of Amphibious Programmes at BAE Systems. “With enhanced direct-fire lethality via the 30mm fully stabilised weapon system, the ACV-30 helps to ensure Marines are ready for any mission, land or sea.”
In addition to the ACV-30, BAE Systems is currently contracted to produce other ACV variants including the ACV-Personnel (ACV-P) and ACV-Command (ACV-C). The ACV-P can carry 13 fully equipped Marines plus a crew of three, while the ACV-C offers multiple workstations to support battlefield situational awareness.
BAE Systems is also developing three ACV-Recovery (ACV-R) variant test vehicles to support field maintenance, recovery, and repair for Marine amphibious units. These capabilities aim to enhance operational resilience for frontline Marine divisions.
Production of the ACV-30mm will be carried out at facilities in York and Johnstown, Pennsylvania, as well as Charleston, South Carolina. The work is expected to continue through the third quarter of 2026.
