The US Army has announced the cancellation of its M-10 Booker light assault vehicle program, attributed to design flaws and excessive weight, which hindered its operational capability, such as air-dropping missions. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll termed it a mistake stemming from previous procurement that lacked efficacy. Initially intended to be lightweight, the M-10 evolved into a 42-ton vehicle that overshot its combat roles. This shift marks a strategic pivot for the Army towards advanced unmanned drone technologies.
The M-10 Booker program's cancellation reflects the Army's shift towards advanced drone capabilities, recognizing the 42-ton vehicle's design flaws as influential in the decision.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll called the M-10 Booker a mistake, noting its excessive weight as hindering operational missions like air drops from aircraft.
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