GenDyn conducting engineering development for Stryker upgrades

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich., Dec. 5 (UPI) -- General Dynamics Land Systems has been tapped by the U.S. Army to conduct engineering development in preparation for an upgrade program for Stryker vehicles.

Under the $28 million award, the company will conduct research, development and testing on integrating a group of system improvements into a single upgrade program. Technical upgrades to the Stryker will include improved automotive and electrical power generation, chassis upgrades and improved vehicle network capabilities.

"This award shows the Army's long-term commitment to improving Stryker capabilities for the warfighter, while ensuring that platforms are able to integrate planned and future upgrades," said Gordon Stein, vice president for Stryker Brigade Combat Teams at General Dynamics Land Systems. "This effort will maintain the Stryker's position as the Army's primary medium combat vehicle."

General Dynamics said no production work is associated with the award from the Army's TACOM Life Cycle Management Command.

Work on the contract is scheduled for completion by November 2018.