Army modifies deal with BAE Systems

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 24 (UPI) -- The U.S. Army has modified its contract for Bradley fighting vehicles and the M113 Family of Vehicles with manufacturer BAE Systems.

British company BAE says it California, Texas and Pennsylvania facilities will support contract modifications from the Army Tank Automotive and Armaments Command.

The modifications, worth $60.6 million, include adjustments to Bradley Fighting Vehicles, Multiple Launch Rocket System Redesigned Cabs and M113A3 Ambulance vehicle orders.

"The Bradley and M113 Family of Vehicles play integral roles in the Army's Heavy Brigade Combat Teams," Joe McCarthy, BAE Systems vice president and general manager of Heavy Brigade Combat Teams Systems, said in a statement.

"BAE Systems continues to support our troops overseas by maintaining and improving these vehicles to ensure soldiers are protected and able to complete their mission."