American Rheinmetall has been awarded a contract from Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to produce machined components for the MCT-30 medium caliber turret. These components will support the United States Marine Corps’ Amphibious Combat Vehicle infantry fighting vehicle variant, known as the ACV-30. Under the award, valued at approximately $710,000, American Rheinmetall’s Lapeer and Lansing, Michigan facilities will manufacture machined components for MCT-30 turrets, with deliveries scheduled throughout 2026 and 2027. American Rheinmetall will perform the work as a subcontractor to Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace.
“The opportunity to support Kongsberg on the ACV-30 program reflects our expanding partnership and strengthens American Rheinmetall’s role in delivering high-quality components for critical U.S. military platforms,” said Tom McDonnell, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, American Rheinmetall. “We’re proud that our Michigan facilities will contribute to the Marine Corps’ modernization priorities as it evolves into a more mobile and capable force.”
This marks the first contract award from Kongsberg to American Rheinmetall’s Michigan operations and signifies the continued growth and diversification of the company’s U.S. customer base. The award also builds on years of successful collaboration between Kongsberg and American Rheinmetall’s Maine facility in support of the CROWS program. By supporting production of the MCT-30 turret for the ACV-30, this effort contributes directly to the Marine Corps’ operational readiness and mission flexibility. The award also reinforces American Rheinmetall’s growing position within the Tier 1 defense industry landscape as the company continues broadening both capability and customer reach.
American Rheinmetall, headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, is a trusted leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles and components, playing a pivotal role in U.S. military modernization. As a diversified full-service vehicle Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Tier 1 Supplier, American Rheinmetall delivers cutting-edge vehicle systems, mechanical systems, intelligent systems for ground vehicles and ISR platforms, Soldier lethality enhancements, short range air defense solutions, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, serving both defense and commercial markets with innovation and precision.
