The French Army received its 500th Griffon multirole armored vehicle

France has taken delivery of its 500th Griffon multi-role armored vehicle from the consortium of Nexter, Thales, and Arquus.

The delivery is part of a 1.2-billion euro ($1.35 billion) contract signed last year as part of the Scorpion program, which aims to renew and modernize the French Army’s combat capabilities.

A total of 1,872 Griffons will be delivered in the next few years.

Apart from the multi-role armored vehicles, the consortium handed over the 50th Jaguar armored reconnaissance and fighting vehicle to the French Army.

Thales said the service is set to commission a further 250 Jaguars to support combat missions.

Powered by a 400hp engine, the Griffon has a maximum speed of 90 kilometers (56 miles) per hour and is suitable for various terrains.