The US has awarded Elbit Systems a $127-million follow-on contract to supply Iron Fist Active Protection Systems (APS) for its Bradley infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs).
The Israel-based defense contractor will supply the APS to General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), which will conduct the upgrades of the US Army’s Bradley M2A4E1 IFVs over a period of 34 months.
In May 2024, Elbit received a $37-million contract to deliver the same APS for the Bradley IFVs as part of General Dynamics’ ongoing project to upgrade the US Army IFVs for eight years.
“This follow-on contract with our strategic partner, GD-OTS, emphasizes the high quality of our active protection system and its level of innovation. We are proud of our contribution to empowering the US Armed Forces, as well as other NATO customers and our support of the Israeli Defense Forces,” General Manager of Elbit Systems Land Yehuda (Udi) Vered said.
Advanced Hard Kill System
The Iron Fist APS increases the survivability of light and heavy armored platforms against anti-tank threats, such as anti-tank rockets, anti-tank guided missiles, and drones.
It provides 360-degree protection and employs radio frequency and passive infrared sensing for enhanced accuracy and reliability in threat detection.
Various platforms are also compatible with the Iron Fist, thanks to its modular, compact design and lightweight, small form that eases the burden on vehicles, as well as its easy integration.