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Elbit Systems Ltd. announced on Tuesday that it has been awarded a contract worth approximately $127 million (approximately NIS472,239,975) to supply Iron Fist Active Protection Systems (APS) to General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS) for upgrades to the US Army Bradley M2A4E1 infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs).
The upgrades will be delivered and installed over the next 34 months.
The Iron Fist APS is an advanced Hard Kill system, meaning it has the ability to fire projectiles at close range, enhancing the self-defense capabilities of light and heavy armored platforms against modern battlefield threats.
It is the second generation APS of the Israel Defense Force and is characterized by high performance and low volume, weight and power requirements.
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The system provides armored platforms with 360 degree protection against a wide range of anti-tank threats, such as anti-tank missiles, anti-tank guided missiles, unmanned aircraft systems and loitering threats, both in open terrain and in complex urban environments.
Elbit Systems’ SkyStriker drone hits a test target. (credit: ELBIT SYSTEMS)
Yehuda Vered, Managing Director of Elbit Systems, said: “This follow-on contract with our strategic partner, GD-OTS, highlights the high quality of our active protection system and its level of innovation. We are proud of our contribution to strengthening the U.S. Armed Forces, as well as other NATO customers, and our support of the Israeli military.
“We remain committed to advancing cutting-edge solutions that enhance our customers’ operational capabilities and support their mission success.”