With top-tier compensation in the defense industry, finding suitable personnel is definitely possible, but the process is very complicated.
Rheinmetall can use its influence to save Xia Yu from these troubles.
"And then there's no issue of personnel, Mr. Papeg. I don't know if you're aware that Focus Fire Defense acquired C-160 transport aircraft and CH-47 helicopters from the US and USA respectively last year."
Xia Yu suddenly mentioned the company's two aerial vehicles.
This temporary expansion only requires 3 people for the vehicle crew, 8 people for the mechanized infantry squad, and 1 field medic, for a total of 12 positions.
Rheinmetall helped with the packaging, but he needed their help with something else.
“Yes, we also have C-160s. If we can get to know Mr. Sherlock before the Germans, Rheinmetall is willing to make an introduction.”
Amin didn't mention the Federal Armed Forces' old CH-53D stallion, but they still dared to steal business from Gaul. The Air Force had returned so many C-160s, so it was a good opportunity to use them to do favors.
However, at that time, the concentrated fire defense was not even on Rheinmetall's radar, so these words were just empty talk.
Therefore, one 6x6 and one 8x8 all-terrain assault vehicle, which share the same name as the KF-31 and KF-41, were provided as support.
As Amin offered his comments, he was also weighing the options in his mind.
"You want the Weasel Airborne Tank?"
The Weasel 2 is longer and is mainly used for carrying people. In addition to the vehicle crew, it can also carry 3 to 5 paratroopers.
Normally, one Type 1 vehicle is paired with one Type 2 vehicle. In scenarios where concentrated fire defense is required, the Type 1's RH202 autocannon is sufficient to provide close-range fire support, and combat personnel do not need to rush forward with the vehicle.
For concentrated fire defenses that prioritize assault and supplement with special operations, or where special operations must also be involved in assaults, armored airborne combat vehicles are truly important.
Those two cat-carts can help transport the instructors' team members on easily passable mountain roads. Also, the fire support modules provided by our hometown are quite useful.
In mountain warfare, not to mention main battle tanks, even the deployment of infantry fighting vehicles is very difficult.
These small tanks were said to have been dismantled, but not all of them were recycled; he could assemble them by scavenging most of the spare parts.
However, it's not enough to only have models like T34, T54, and T55; other models also need to be available.
Going through the Germans' direct route allows for equipment without any hidden dangers, which is more important than saving millions of euros.
If the enemy can provide long-range firepower to assault teams from a distance of seven or eight kilometers, then what kind of vehicle should the assault teams use?
After a round of evaluation, the result still has to be Dezi.
Xia Yu was probably not as busy back then, and had more time to spend with her family.
Xia Yu replied quickly.
The company's operation and use are only one aspect; on the other hand, this car is so cute that Xia Yu has to prepare two for his unborn child.
Perhaps this is what fathers are all about: always wanting to give their children the best.
Like the Lynx, the Old Weasel comes in two models, one large and one small. Model 1 had a large production volume and was discontinued early, while Model 2 is still in production.
At that time, we can pay someone to design and manufacture them, or we can use the system to modify these chassis.
This is an old vehicle, nothing sensitive about it. The National Defense Force should be willing to give in, right?
He had discussed this idea with his hometown, but his hometown only had the Zero-3 transport aircraft for airdrop, and they lacked armored units that could be deployed from helicopter platforms.
"You only need type 1."
Staff at Pointe-Noire had contacted him a couple of days ago, saying that the number of containers he had received had reached double digits.
"The Americans only bought a few for evaluation because the conditions for using this type of vehicle are a bit demanding; it must be equipped with a heavy transport helicopter to realize its maximum value."
"Yes, yes, Type 1 is enough."
Without the assistance of local forces, the company's equipment simply couldn't be transported in, and luckily there was only one Cheetah A9, which was equivalent to the firepower of two vehicles.
"That's a pity, but it's not too late now. Jihuo Defense has sought and equipped itself with these two air vehicles, and is also seeking to supplement combat personnel with mountain hunters. We have a plan to strengthen our mountain and airborne combat capabilities."
Mountainous terrain is too unfriendly to heavily armed units; airborne combat vehicles are more suitable.
If I have the chance, I'll find two more East German Young Pioneers miniature tanks, which could be used as supplements for preschool children.
Just a few years ago, Rheinmetall also developed an airborne self-propelled mortar based on the Weasel 2 chassis.
Yes, given its current size, concentrated fire defense should be equipped with airborne combat vehicles.
It wasn't exactly beating around the bush; Xia Yu's words were clear enough for A-Ming to understand.
Unfortunately, Xia Yu couldn't make it, so he planned to just get a few German-made Weasel cars.
Without export records, even if Xia Yu could obtain weasels, he couldn't use them openly, so he needed Rheinmetall's assistance.
The Weasel Airborne Combat Vehicle, the smallest and lightest vehicle in the Federal Defense Forces, is a perfect fit for them, and even their home country has plans to develop a similar project—the Red Weasel.
The resistance of type 1 is definitely not as great as that of type 2, which is why he asked that question.
These two vehicles should be inside one of the shipping containers!
Although Xia Yu did not go to the deployment in Mianbei, he had a detailed understanding of the entire operation.
He continued to ask.
"Yes, we need weasels. They can be used for mountain warfare, but apart from the United States, there doesn't seem to be any record of them being exported."
It can be described as all-terrain, and it does have a better passability in muddy swamps, but it is not as good as biological vehicles and tracked vehicles in some mountainous and complex road conditions.
Besides that, the most crucial point is its defensive capabilities. Due to its limited tonnage, the airborne combat vehicle is undeniably more fragile than the BMP series, but at least it has a layer of armor that can protect against shrapnel and full-power rounds.
"No problem. I heard that IABG is pushing forward with a new helicopter-deployed airborne combat vehicle project to completely replace the Weasel 1. The first batch of Weasel 1s has already been retired by the airborne brigade."
Amin breathed a sigh of relief and said.
He can agree to Type 1 right now, but it will be very difficult for Xia Yu if he wants Type 2.
The Federal Defense Forces themselves don't have many of these Weasel-2 models, and none of them have been retired yet. Helping to focus fire defense requires investing more resources and holding many meetings.
"However, there is one thing we would like to get Rheinmetall's support for."
Xia Yu's words made Ah Ming's heart, which had just calmed down, jump up again.
The other party's matters were not difficult to handle, but they were too fragmented, which almost startled him.
"That is, in the last two years, we bought a castle and a bunker in Mecklenburg, preparing to set up a branch of Firepower Defense in Europe."
"Good thing, this is good thing. Jihuo Defense has made the right choice."
Upon hearing that Xia Yu had chosen them instead of establishing a branch office in France, Amin's joy was beyond words.
However, upon closer examination, he discovered that this guy had identified their "weaknesses" in the PMC industry.
Since the development ceiling of their own company is limited, they will cooperate with "mercenaries." The higher-ups will definitely be willing, but it will require Rheinmetall to make the contact.
"Tell me your thoughts."
Amin gestured for Xia Yu to state his terms.
This is a two-way street; seeking support is just one way of putting it, and Jihuo Defense has the right to make demands.
"Employees of the branch office need to be authorized to use light weapons."
Xia Yu mentioned the first point: the weapons are PMC's bread and butter, which is the first thing to confirm.
"It's a normal request, and the higher-ups will approve it. The only thing is that there will be specific details to confirm regarding the use of weapons."
German companies like PMC and PSC are required to comply with these regulations in order to legally use fully automatic weapons like the military and police.
"Yes, we will abide by the relevant regulations. Based on the combat style of concentrated fire defense, the second point is that we require the branch company to deploy light armored vehicles, including the Weasel 1, of course."
This is of utmost importance to concentrated firepower defense and is the biggest difference between them and other military contractors; they must possess a higher level of firepower.
Afica goes without saying; aside from certain powerful weapons that violate regulations, everything else is fine as long as you have the ability.
But in Europe, especially Western Europe, one can't be so "arrogant." Xia Yu assessed that the other side's bottom line was light armored vehicles.
If problems arise, the National Defense Force can deploy heavy troops to suppress them, but for its counterparts and potential targets, the Weasel Type 1's 20mm autocannon is a direct blow.
The gunfight room has a machine gun, which is indeed very difficult to deal with. Even though this cannon has been relegated to a secondary role in concentrated fire defense, it is still very powerful under regional restrictions.
"This, this..."
"Slap slap slap"
Amin couldn't help but clap his hands; he realized that Xia Yu had him wrapped around her little finger.
Other companies wouldn't dare make such a request, but Jihuo Defense is an outsider that has just established a deep cooperative relationship with Rheinmetall, and the boss's wife is also German.
This is intentional, isn't it? They were just waiting for him here!
"Mr. Sherlock, are all Chinese people like you, masters of strategy?"
Amin said with emotion.
"Game theory is just a means to an end. This world is destined to be judged by strength, especially between nations."
Xia Yu did not give a direct response, but instead talked about strength.
Does Germany lack strength?
The answer is no; they simply can't get to the poker table for various reasons.
However, as Old Magneto's condition continued to decline, the chains around his neck gradually began to loosen, a fact that both sides were aware of.
So, aside from making the necessary statements, Lao Mei also tacitly approved of some of the other party's underhanded tactics.
In comparison, they are even more tolerant of the French (which is understandable, but they have no choice)!
This could undermine France's interests in Afica, and all countries would then be on the same side.
"Here's the thing, just wait for my good news about this!"
Amin said, "Leave it to me."
Xia Yu stayed at their headquarters until evening, confirming many details and signing several contracts.
The KF-31 Lynx will be shipped to Keelport tomorrow, loaded onto a ship and headed to Afica. The KF-41 Great Lynx will have to wait another two months, but Xia Yu isn't in a hurry, since the manpower hasn't been in place yet!
Go back and retire Weasel S3 to the second line. This time, when going to Zhongfei, we will still adopt a dual infantry formation. After all, there are many waterways there, and they will have to adopt a three-pronged approach of water, land and air.
Another point is that the quantity of the Weasel-1 has been finalized. Jihuo Defense will purchase four of these airborne combat vehicles at a unit price of 500,000 euros.
The C-160 can haul four vehicles at a time, while the CH-47's limit is two vehicles in the cargo hold and one more slinged over the fuselage, but it will only bring two back to Afika.
The other two vehicles remained at the branch office in Germany. Having only two airborne combat vehicles left at the branch office looked rather shabby. Xia Yu cleverly took advantage of this situation and, while having Amin help him obtain the operating license, also secured the authorization for the private museum.
A couple of years ago, an old man who was hiding a Panzer V5 tank had it confiscated by the local police. He was just too stubborn. If he had opened a museum, he could have legally owned it.
He plans to collect a few old tanks that can still run and fire, with the firing mechanism sealed off in normal times, so that he can use them as needed in case of emergencies.
"Of the four vehicles, three are MK cannon variants and one is a TOW anti-tank variant. Which two do you plan to take back?"
Back at the hotel, after learning that Xia Yu had spent 2 million to buy four Weasel airborne combat vehicles, Hans asked him what his plans were.
"I think it's better to have the instructors carry individual short bugles than to use vehicles to carry them. Let's have both vehicles equipped with machine guns!"
"Then why do you still need this anti-tank version? Why not just get the autocannon versions?"
Hans asked, somewhat puzzled.
"It's rare, that's all. Do you collect the whole set?"
Hearing Xia Yu say this, Hans was speechless for a moment.
This is the world of the rich, buying cars and the whole package.
"The information I got from Amin is that the next generation of airborne combat vehicles of the National Defense Force may use 27mm caliber autocannons."
"Isn't 27mm the caliber of the cannons used by Typhoon and Tornado aircraft carriers?"
"Don't forget, the RH202 is also an aircraft cannon. I was thinking the Mauser BK27 cannon is quite light; maybe we should modify it into a Weasel 1 when we get back."
As a car modification fanatic, Xia Yu is not crazy unless he modifies his car.
"Of course we should change it if we can. Who doesn't like a large caliber? 30mm is too cumbersome for this kind of helicopter-borne combat vehicle. A 27mm cannon is just right."
Hans was also proficient in both infantry and tanks. When the airborne combat vehicle came in handy, neither the T-64B1M nor the Leclerc UAE had a chance to be used, so he naturally had to take a place on the Weasel 1.
In his early years, he had seen the cute little tanks from the airborne brigade next door that used the same main gun as the Marder. But after many years, when it was his turn to fight with this tank, the caliber naturally had to be as large as possible. 20mm was not the size he liked.
"Then modify both vehicles. There's no need for a uniform approach to this special use case."
Xia Yu also made a decision.
He then went to the cave branch base and took two sets of BK27s from Kuangfeng.
The one left at the branch office will remain as is, just like the TOW truck. The 20mm autocannon is more than enough to handle the problems that might occur in Europe.
"Let's congratulate centrist candidate Emmanuel... on winning the election and becoming the next president..."
Just then, cheers erupted from the television in the suite's living room.
On the screen, a white man with a large head was smiling broadly.
"Elected president at 39, quite accomplished at such a young age!"
Xia Yu couldn't help but say.
He has been paying close attention to the situation in the country. This year is the year of the presidential election, and he didn't expect such a young person to take office.
"Not only that, he married his middle school Chinese (French) teacher, who was 24 years older than him."
Hans then added.
This guy really doesn't care about politics, he only cares about these things.
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