The awards follow a live-fire demonstration conducted by Elbit Systems in Europe in September 2025, during which Iron Fist intercepted more than a dozen 120 mm kinetic energy APFSDS tank rounds. According to the company, the trial was attended by senior military and defence industry representatives and validated the system’s effectiveness against some of the most demanding anti-armour threats.
Iron Fist is a hard-kill active protection system designed to provide 360-degree defence for armoured vehicles against a broad range of threats, including anti-tank rockets, guided missiles, unmanned aerial systems, loitering munitions and kinetic energy tank ammunition. As the Israel Defense Forces’ second-generation APS, it combines high performance with low volume, weight and power requirements for use in open terrain and complex urban environments.
Commenting on the contracts, Yehuda (Udi) Vered, General Manager Elbit Systems Land, said: “Elbit Systems’ Iron Fist continues to strengthen its presence among Western armies, reflecting growing confidence in the system’s capabilities across Europe and beyond. The results of our recent live-fire trials only reinforce this trust.”
He added: “We value the strong partnership we have developed with BAE Systems Hägglunds, which plays a key role in expanding our footprint across Europe, and we are proud that our innovative, highly advanced solution will enhance the protection of more forces around the world.”
