At the heart of this modernization effort lies the procurement of 132 Panther Kf-51 tanks and 1,000 Lynx Kf-41 armored vehicles from German manufacturer Rheinmetall. The Italian defense company Leonardo has partnered with Rheinmetall to establish a joint venture focused on developing new combat vehicles, signifying a significant leap towards enhanced military cooperation and innovation. In addition to the tanks and armored vehicles, Italy plans to acquire 140 specialized units tailored for engineering, reconnaissance, and bridge-laying operations by 2038.