Daimler Truck Unveils Defence Vehicles and Services at Eurosatory 2026
At Eurosatory 2026, Daimler Truck showcases a broad portfolio of defence mobility solutions, including military trucks, air defence systems, and unmanned vehicles, alongside expanded lifecycle support services.
- 250 tonnes
- 500 kg
- more than 100
What Happened
Daimler Truck is showcasing a comprehensive portfolio of defence mobility solutions at Eurosatory 2026, from traditional military logistics trucks to autonomous systems and truck-based air defence. The company also highlights its expanded Integrated Product Support (IPS) services covering the entire vehicle lifecycle.
“With our strong industrial base, Daimler Truck has the capacity to integrate military variants into our large-scale production at any time and deliver them quickly and in significant volumes.”
- ARQUUS – Zetros 2648A for French PL6T program
- ARX Robotics – GEREON unmanned ground vehicle
- ASELSAN – Remote weapon station on Zetros 2048A
- Valhalla – SKYTHUNDER 300 air defence on Zetros 3848A
- Quantum Systems – Drone Ports on Zetros 2648A
The service portfolio includes additive manufacturing for spare parts via a Digital Warehouse, a Health and Usage Monitoring System using Li-Fi, and AI-supported identification tools. These solutions aim to improve fleet availability and operational readiness.
Why this matters
Daimler Truck's defence showcase highlights its strategic expansion into military contracting, leveraging large-scale production and partnerships to offer comprehensive logistics and support solutions for armed forces worldwide.
Terms in This Story
- UGV
- Unmanned Ground Vehicle – a vehicle that operates without a human driver on board.
- IPS
- Integrated Product Support – a holistic approach to lifecycle support including maintenance, training, and spare parts.
- CBRN
- Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear – protection against hazardous materials.
- HUMS
- Health and Usage Monitoring System – a system that monitors vehicle condition and performance data.
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