BAE Systems, a leading defense company, conducted a demonstration of its CV90 combat vehicle for the Brazilian Army at the Army Evaluation Center (CAEx) facilities, reaffirming the world-leading capability of this platform.
Developed and manufactured by Hägglunds, a BAE Systems unit in Sweden, the CV90 family of vehicles offers high-level tactical and strategic mobility, anti-aircraft defense, anti-tank capability, high survivability and protection in any terrain or tactical environment. The CV90 is the leading infantry fighting vehicle in the world and is constantly evolving to maintain its leadership position thanks to the contributions of the armed forces that use and rely on its performance.
Currently, more than 1,300 units of the CV90 are in service in eight countries. Recently, Slovakia (152 vehicles) and the Czech Republic (246 vehicles) placed additional orders for a further 398 units.
Marco Caffé, managing director of BAE Systems in Brazil, says: “It was great to demonstrate the CV90’s proven capability to the Brazilian Army. We are grateful for the opportunity to showcase the technology and versatility of our vehicle to help the Army gather information on equipment being used by other countries around the world as part of their regular assessments of available technologies.”
“Protection, partnership and prosperity have been the cornerstones of BAE Systems’ relationship with Brazil for more than 100 years. Our company has supplied the Army with M113 combat vehicles, the Navy with Amazonas-class ships and the Air Force with a number of aircraft. In addition, we have established partnerships with leading Brazilian companies such as Embraer and EMGEPRON to supply products to the Brazilian forces as well as for export to other countries. In this way, we look forward to continuing to work together to support Brazil’s national security and economic prosperity,” Caffé said.
BAE Systems’ new CV90 MKIV
BAE Systems has introduced the next phase of development for the CV90 Infantry Fighting
Vehicle (IFV) with the launch of the new CV90 MkIV. This fifth generation of the company’s
combat-proven IFV family represents the next step for the CV90 concept.
The new MkIV offers substantial capability upgrades, including increased drive train capabilities
and active damping technology to improve battlefield speeds and handling. The new vehicle
also features the latest NATO standard Electronic Architecture to meet customer demands for
sensor integration and the implementation of autonomous systems.
CV90 evolution
The CV90 IFV, developed by BAE Systems Swedish business BAE Systems Hägglunds, is a
modern, adaptable and combat-proven vehicle with 1,280 vehicles in 15 variants sold to seven
nations, including four NATO allies. The most recent generation of the CV90, under delivery for
the Norwegian Army, is one of the most modern IFVs in production in the world.
The CV90 MkIV includes a new Scania engine with up to 1,000 horsepower and the latest
upgraded X300 heavy-duty transmission. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW-R) is increased
from 35 tonnes to 37 tonnes, meaning users benefit from two tonnes’ extra payload – without a
decrease in vehicle agility.
Key features of the new CV90 MkIV include:
- The new CV90MkIV D-series of turrets which feature a modular design offering
30/40-, 35/50 and 120mm main guns and weapon pods for integrated Anti-Tank Guided
Missiles and machine guns. The turrets are designed to support a more extensive sensor
suite integration and utilize BAE Systems’ revolutionary new iFighting™ concept. The
MkIV generation will also be the first Western IFV with a qualified Active Protection
System. - Active damping is included as part of the base offering for the chassis. This feature
enables active vehicle dynamics to give users a more stable platform, allowing increased
speed across all terrain. It also reduces life support cost significantly for the end user. - The fourth generation of NGVA Standard Electronic Architecture which makes
sensor data fusion more effective and significantly increases real-time parallel data
processing. This upgrade will support machine-learning algorithms, artificial intelligence
capabilities – including autonomous crew support – and Augmented Reality and 3D map
data to enable future adoption and growth. - Combat-proven experience
The CV90 family provides unrivalled performance and unique advantages in the 20-37 tonne
class as it is developed to easily adopt additional roles through a flexible build-up of the chassis
and its assigned sub-systems. Compared to contemporary western IFVs the CV90 MkIV will be
several tonnes lighter at the same protection level (Stanag 4569), with the additional GVW-R of
37 tonnes the advantage in growth potential will be enhanced further.
“The CV90 has been designed with a clear vision from the start: to create a vehicle that
provides high tactical and strategic mobility, superior firepower, high survivability and protection
in any terrain or tactical environment. We are committed to constantly evolving and thanks to
continuous feedback and challenging requirements from our wide user group, CV90 is the most
technologically advanced and proven IFV platform in operation today. This mindset, combined
with a leading growth potential, uniquely positions CV90 in the global defence market,” said
Dan Lindell, CV90 Platform Manager at BAE Systems Hägglunds.
The CV90 is today in use in Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland and The
Netherlands.
*** Translated by the DEFCONPress FYI Team ***