Elbit Systems Ltd. has been awarded new contracts totaling $150 million by BAE Systems Hägglunds for its Iron Fist Active Protection System (APS). The systems will be integrated into CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicles operated by European NATO member states, significantly enhancing the fleet’s survivability.
This major procurement follows a decisive live-fire demonstration held in Europe in September 2025. During the high-profile trial, the Iron Fist system successfully intercepted over a dozen 120mm APFSDS kinetic energy tank rounds—a formidable threat considered among the most difficult to defeat. The demonstration, attended by senior military and defense officials, provided robust validation of the system’s capability against top-tier battlefield dangers.
The Iron Fist APS is a hard-kill, second-generation system fielded by the Israel Defense Forces. It is engineered to provide 360-degree protection for armored vehicles in all terrains. Its key advantage lies in combining high-performance threat neutralization with a compact design, featuring low volume, weight, and power demands. The system is effective against a comprehensive spectrum of modern threats, including anti-tank rockets and missiles, unmanned aerial systems, loitering munitions, and kinetic energy penetrators.
Yehuda (Udi) Vered, General Manager of Elbit Systems Land, stated: “Elbit Systems’ Iron Fist continues to strengthen its presence among Western armies, reflecting growing confidence in the system’s capabilities. The results of our recent live-fire trials only reinforce this trust. We value our strong partnership with BAE Systems Hägglunds, which is key to expanding our European footprint, and we are proud that our advanced solution will protect more forces worldwide.”
This contract underscores the increasing prioritization of active protection within NATO, moving the Iron Fist system from a proven technology into a cornerstone of European armored vehicle defense.
