MELBOURNE, Australia - Defence has bought six new M88A2 HERCULES armored recovery vehicles, marking an important milestone for Army.
Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP said the delivery of the HERCULES (Heavy Equipment Recovery Combat Utility Lift and Evacuation System) vehicles is critical to ensure the safe and effective operation of Australia’s Abrams Main Battle Tank capability.
Since their delivery to Defence, all six vehicles have been accepted into service, painted in Australian camouflage and sent to their units.