This white paper explores the economic and operational impacts of heavy ground vehicle armor, highlighting how increased weight drives long-term costs, reduces mobility, and strains logistics. Using historical case studies like the M113, Bradley, and XM30, it argues that traditional armor systems often result in hidden sustainment and deployment burdens. Rook Armor proposes a data-driven study to evaluate whether lightweight materials—such as titanium composites—can offer better lifecycle value without compromising protection. The goal is to inform smarter acquisition strategies by modeling real-world operational scenarios and assessing total cost-of-ownership for next-gen platforms. Ultimately, the study aims to support a more agile, survivable, and economically sustainable ground force.
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