Elbit Systems to Supply the IDF with Iron Fist Systems

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Elbit Systems was awarded an initial contract from the Production and Procurement Directorate of the Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMOD) to provide Iron Fist Active Protection Systems (APS) for the Eitan Armored Fighting Vehicles (AFV) of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). The contract valued at approximately $31 million (NIS 109 million) will be performed over a five-year period.

Under the contract Elbit Systems will equip the IDF’s new wheeled AFVs with the Iron Fist Light Decoupled (IFLD) systems, according to the company’s announcement. 

The Iron Fist system uses optical sensors, tracking radar, launchers and countermeasure munitions to defeat threats at a safe distance. The Iron Fist system provides 360-degree protection coverage for close-range scenarios in both open terrain and urban environment. The systems’ high-performance, versatility and negligible residual penetration, as well as its low size and weight and ease of integration, position the Iron Fist as an optimal APS for any fighting vehicle.