Elbit Systems Secures $150 Million Contract for Iron Fist Active Protection System

Haifa, Israel – January 6, 2026

Elbit Systems Ltd has announced the acquisition of new contracts valued at $150 million for its Iron Fist Active Protection System (APS) in collaboration with BAE Systems Hägglunds. This partnership aims to integrate Iron Fist into the CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) utilized by various European NATO member nations.

Recent Milestones and Demonstrations

The recent contracts build upon significant progress achieved in September 2025, when Elbit Systems successfully hosted a live-fire demonstration in Europe. This event highlighted Iron Fist’s capability to neutralize advanced kinetic energy (KE) threats.

• Performance Highlights:
  • The system effectively intercepted over a dozen 120mm KE Armor-Piercing Fin-Stabilized Discarding Sabot (APFSDS) rounds—an impressive feat in active protection technology.
  • The demonstration garnered attention from senior military and defense industry leaders, further affirming the system’s competency against contemporary anti-armor challenges.

Iron Fist Active Protection System Overview

The Iron Fist APS represents a state-of-the-art hard-kill defense mechanism designed to bolster the survivability of armored vehicles in dynamic combat scenarios.

Key Features:

• Performance Attributes:

  • Second-generation APS developed for the Israel Defense Forces.
  • Compact design with minimal volume, weight, and power consumption.

• Comprehensive Threat Coverage:

  • Provides 360-degree defense against multiple anti-armor munitions including:
    • Anti-Tank Rockets (ATR)
    • Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM)
    • Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
    • Loitering Munitions
    • Kinetic-Energy tank projectiles (APFSDS)

This versatility ensures enhanced operational effectiveness in both open and urban warfare environments.

Strengthening NATO Partnerships

Iron Fist has gained traction among NATO and global armed forces for integration into a variety of combat platforms.

Elbit Systems’ Perspective:

Yehuda (Udi) Vered, General Manager of Elbit Systems Land, articulated, “The Iron Fist continues to solidify its status within Western armed forces, reflecting an increasing level of trust in its performance across Europe and beyond. The outcomes from our recent live-fire evaluations only serve to further bolster this confidence. Our collaboration with BAE Systems Hägglunds is crucial in augmenting our presence across Europe, and we take pride in offering a cutting-edge solution that enhances the protective measures for various military forces worldwide.”

This comprehensive overview illustrates Elbit Systems’ commitment to advancing protective technology in the defense sector, ensuring that allied forces are equipped to meet evolving threats effectively.