This Defence Standard (Def Stan) outlines design guidelines for military Armoured Fighting Vehicles (AFVs), their derivatives and aspects of associated towed equipment. It is complementary to AFV procurement Requirement Documents and the Design Guidelines for Military Logistics Vehicles Defence Standard 23-006. It is the responsibility of the user of this Standard to ensure that all relevant standards, regulations and guidelines are adhered to.

This Standard covers all types of AFVs; it includes both tracked and wheeled variants. The requirements, guidelines and evaluation sections are applicable to both tracked and wheeled vehicles unless specified otherwise. Note that this Standard does not cover motorcycles or quad bikes.

Where the Requirements, Guidance or Evaluation for AFVs are identical to those for Logistic Vehicles then this Def Stan will refer to the appropriate section of Def Stan 23-006. Any additional or unique requirements and guidance applicable to AFVs will be specified within this Def Stan.

This Def Stan is intended to assist the procurement of military vehicles for operating both in UK and other countries.