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KF41 Lynx

Infantry fighting vehicleFielded 2018Pending verification
Land ForcesDEU
Length 7.7 m
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System
TypeInfantry fighting vehicle
Date of introduction2018
ProliferationAt least 4 countries
ManufacturerRheinmetallMed[1]
ConfigurationTrackMed[1]
Crew2Med[1]
Dimensions and weight
Length7.7 m25 ftMed[1]
Width3.6 m12 ftMed[1]
Height3.3 m11 ftMed[1]
Combat weight44 tMed[1]
Automotive performance
EngineLiebherr EngineMed[1]
Engine power1,140 hpMed[1]
Cruising range500 km311 mi · 270 nmiMed[1]
Fording1.5 mMed[1]
Protection
Hull ArmorThe modular armor concept provides protection against antitank weapons, medium-caliber ammunition, artillery shrapnel, IEDs, and artillery shell splinters.Med[1]
Active Protection SystemThe infantry fighting vehicle is equipped with active defence system (ADS) with multi-hit capability for all-round protection and Rheinmetall rapid obscuring system (ROSY) for protection from unexpected attacks. It also features ballistic aMed[1]
NBC ProtectionYesMed[1]
Smoke EquipmentYesMed[1]
Armament
Secondary armament1 x 7.62mm co-axial machine gunMed[1]
Variants
KF41 Lynx ReconnaissanceReconnaissance Variant[1]
KF41 APCThe IFV turret is removed, armament consists of one remotely operated weapon station armed with one 7.62m machine gun. The rear of the hull has been raised to offer more internal space.[1]
KF41 Lynx AmbulanceThe internal layout has been adapted to carry a medical team and wounded soldiers.[1]
KF41 Lynx RecoverySame design and armament as the APC version. No turret, one crane is mounted on the roof of the vehicle.[1]
KF41 Lynx Command PostA version was shown in June 2018 during Eurosatory, defense exhibition in Paris, France. There is no turret, the same design as the APC version, with a new internal layout adapted for command and control.[1]
Lynx 120This unique platform merges a tried-and-tested turret concept and the proven 120mm smoothbore cannon with the Lynx KF 41 chassis. The new mechanized fire support variant of the Lynx offers the user outstanding fire suppo[1]
Summary

The Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicle features a distinctive design that incorporates a common drive module and a flexible mission kit configuration.

Draft entry. Values come from the cited public sources and are awaiting editor verification.
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Operators
GermanyHungaryItalyUkraine
Sources
  1. KF41 Lynx German Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV), U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
    Published/updated 2026-03-20 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
Change log
  • 2026-10-10 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import