# Army Evaluates XM30 and PERCH Systems

At AUSA 2026, General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) showcased its Wolf XM30 candidate in the U.S. Army competition to replace the M2 Bradley and displayed counter-UAS and loitering-munition integration systems. Separately, the Army contracted for three additional PERCH 2.0 prototypes and plans to evaluate the capability before deciding whether to hold a competition or purchase it. These activities point to potential follow-on opportunities in armored vehicles, vehicle-launched munitions, and mobile air defense.

- GDLS and American Rheinmetall are identified as XM30 candidates; the Army’s Bradley replacement competition remains relevant to firms pursuing armored-vehicle work and supporting technologies.
- The three additional PERCH 2.0 prototypes create an evaluation phase before the Army determines its acquisition approach. Companies with relevant vehicle-launched munition or counter-UAS capabilities can assess how their offerings align with these potential follow-on needs.
- No contract value or decision date is specified for the PERCH evaluation or XM30 competition, so the signals do not establish a procurement timeline.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 13, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Army (Army)
- U.S. Marine Corps (USMC)

### Vendors
- General Dynamics Land Systems (XM30 candidate and PERCH 2.0 developer)
- American Rheinmetall (Competing XM30 candidate)
- Epirus (High-powered microwave technology provider for F600 Leonidas)

### Key Quotes
> In many ways, it’s become attrition-based warfare over there, and that’s not the way the U.S. Army or the U.S. Marine Corps or many of our allies fight.
> — Scott Taylor, Director of U.S. growth, General Dynamics Land Systems

### Sources
- [General Dynamics showcases Wolf XM30, new counter-drone systems at AUSA](https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/10/13/general-dynamics-showcases-wolf-xm30-new-counter-drone-systems-at-ausa) - Defense News