M113BR

The M113BR is a Brazilian modernization program for the M113 armored personnel carrier, aimed at extending its operational life and enhancing its capabilities. Upgrades include a new engine, transmission, improved suspension, and enhanced protection, transforming it into a more capable and reliable vehicle.

To modernize its aging fleet of M113A1 carriers acquired in the 1970s, the Brazilian Army partnered with BAE Systems in 2010 to develop the M113BR upgrade program. The first upgraded units officially entered service in 2013, featuring completely overhauled electronics and communication suites. These vehicles have since been deployed in high-profile domestic security operations, including pacification missions in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro. Today, with nearly 400 vehicles converted, the M113BR remains the backbone of Brazil's armored infantry and is expected to remain in active service well into the 2030s.