BAE Systems Secures Contract with Sweden for New CV90 Vehicles

BAE Systems signed a contract on Tuesday with the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration (FMV) for new CV9035 MkIIIC vehicles, along with integrated logistic support.

This contract will supply new-build CV90s to replenish the Swedish Army’s fleet, replacing the CV9040 vehicles donated to Ukraine by the Swedish government. Additionally, the Swedish government is procuring more new-build CV90 vehicles to enhance Ukraine's capabilities. The contract also allows for the possibility of other nations joining in the procurement of CV90 MkIIICs.

“These new CV9035 MkIIICs will extend the capabilities of both the Swedish and Ukrainian armies and provide crews with improved combat awareness, increased mobility, protection, and lethality,” said Tommy Gustafsson-Rask, Managing Director of BAE Systems Hägglunds, which designs and produces the CV90.

The new CV9035 MkIIIC is built to the same standards as the latest CV90 mid-life upgrade program for the Netherlands. These vehicles will feature a new turret, along with ergonomic improvements for the crew's benefit. BAE Systems’ CV90 infantry fighting vehicle falls in the 20-38 ton class and can integrate a wide range of weapon systems.