BAE Systems Hägglunds and Rheinmetall announced a new partnership to equip the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle with a 120mm gun, the L44A1 LR.
The goal is to combine the firepower of a tank with the mobility of a light vehicle. The new low-recoil system delivers high power without causing the same structural impact as a traditional cannon, ensuring stability and efficiency during firing.
The updated version, called CV90120, will also feature a more powerful engine, modernized electronics, and an active protection system. Compatible with standard NATO ammunition — including programmable, hollow-charge, and armor-piercing rounds — the model promises versatility in combat, capable of engaging different types of targets.
The idea is to provide a more agile and cost-effective alternative to heavy tanks while maintaining high offensive capability.
Currently, the CV90 is used by ten European countries, with over 1,400 units delivered in 17 distinct versions, and has already participated in UN and NATO missions. To meet new demand, BAE Systems plans to increase production to 250 units per year starting in 2026, reinforcing the CV90’s role as one of the most adaptable and efficient combat platforms on the continent.
Source: Militarnyi | Photo: X @BAESHagglunds | This content was created with AI assistance and reviewed by the editorial team
Teamwork makes the dream work – or in this case the new CV90120. We are teaming up with Rheinmetall Weapon and Ammunition for an advanced gun upgrade – integrating the 120mm L44A1 LR weapon system onto the CV90 MkIV platform.
👉https://t.co/EqiD3jZxP7 pic.twitter.com/KYUkowVFxM— BAE Systems Hägglunds (@BAESHagglunds) October 8, 2025
