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Denmark’s Ministry of Defence has entered the final phase of testing a new all-terrain vehicle intended for use by the Home Guard and the Armed Forces, as part of efforts to modernise ground mobility across the force. The vehicle is currently undergoing user trials and is expected to be delivered from 2026, according to the Ministry’s Materiel and Procurement Agency (FMI).
The latest trials involve soldiers from the Home Guard working alongside FMI to evaluate a configuration specifically designed for motorised surveillance units. This user-focused testing phase is intended to ensure the platform meets operational requirements before it is approved for service.
The Home Guard variant differs from other planned versions of the vehicle in several key aspects. Most notably, it is equipped with a roof-mounted fork capable of carrying a light machine gun, reflecting the Home Guard’s role in territorial surveillance, security tasks and support to civil authorities. FMI has not released detailed technical specifications but has emphasised that the trials focus on practical performance and mission suitability.
All-terrain vehicles are a critical capability for Danish forces, particularly for operations in rural and difficult terrain across the country. The Home Guard, which maintains a nationwide presence, relies heavily on such platforms for mobility during surveillance and protection tasks.
FMI said feedback from Home Guard personnel will be used to inform final adjustments before procurement decisions are completed. The testing update was released by the Materiel and Procurement Agency, according to FMI, marking a key milestone ahead of the planned introduction of the vehicle later this decade.
