According to the press service [RBSL consortium](https://www.rheinmetall.com/en/media/news-watch/news/2026/01/2026-01-20-challenger-3-complementes-successful-manned-live-firing-trials) (Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land), the first shooting of Challenger 3 tank was carried out with crew located in the vehicle, alternatively than remotely, from the shelter. It was besides the first in 30 years shooting of a fresh tank, which was carried out at the Ministry of Defence investigation facility.