BAE Systems wins U.S. Army’s CATV competition, receives $278 million contract

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BAE Systems has secured a $278 million contract from the U.S. Army for its Beowulf Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) program. This award highlights BAE's leadership in military all-terrain vehicle production, facilitating operations in extreme environments. The Beowulf is designed for versatility, able to traverse various terrains and perform multiple missions, including logistical support and humanitarian relief. Built in Sweden, the vehicle will replace the older BV206 model, ensuring enhanced operational capability for U.S. forces.

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• Secured a $278 million contract for the Beowulf CATV program.
• Strengthens BAE Systems' position as a leader in all-terrain military vehicles.
• Beowulf's versatility allows for various mission profiles, enhancing operational capabilities.
• Built with inputs from U.S. suppliers, supporting local industry.

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FALLS CHURCH, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BAE Systems’ Beowulf has won the U.S. Army’s competition for its Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) program, and the company has received a $278 million contract for production units, spare parts, and contractor logistics support. The win further confirms BAE Systems as the industry leader in the design and production of military all-terrain vehicles for operations in harsh terrains and in the toughest weather conditions.

BAE Systems’ Beowulf has won the U.S. Army’s competition for its Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) program and the company has received a $278 million contract for production units, spare parts and contractor logistics support. (Credit: BAE Systems)

Beowulf is an unarmored, tracked, and highly versatile vehicle for carrying personnel and a variety of payloads in either of its two compartments. Beowulf can traverse snow, ice, rock, sand, mud, and swamp conditions, and can operate in steep mountain environments. Its amphibious feature also allows it to swim in flooded areas or coastal waters. This marks the first sale of Beowulf, which is based on its sister BvS10 armored variant in service with several European nations.

As the focus on Arctic Mobility operations grows, we see increasing opportunities in other markets for the BvS10 and Beowulf with an emerging demand to replace legacy BV206s.

“Beowulf is a highly capable solution to meet the US Army’s requirement for Arctic operations. We look forward to providing our soldiers operating in challenging terrain and environments with this highly capable vehicle,” said Mark Signorelli, vice president of business development at BAE Systems Platforms & Services. “We have been maturing and modernizing cold weather all-terrain capabilities for decades, bringing advanced capabilities to the United States and numerous other countries. This contract means we will continue to do so for many years to come.”

Beowulf’s articulated mobility system is key to its effectiveness, providing optimal maneuverability across varying surfaces. Its modular design can be reconfigured for multiple missions, such as logistical support, disaster and humanitarian relief, search and rescue, and other missions as required.

Its large windows and spacious cabin make Beowulf suitable to the tasks for the CATV program, including search and rescue, defense support to civilian authorities, and homeland defense. Its modern, commercial design ensures soldiers’ operational effectiveness in executing a wide variety of difficult missions.

Beowulf successfully completed the prototype evaluation phase of the CATV program earlier this year in Alaska. It performed in multiple tasks while remaining fully mission capable. The testing included amphibious operations, navigating terrain with varying levels of complexity, starting and operating in extreme cold weather, and most critically, user assessment by soldiers.

Beowulf is built by BAE Systems Hägglunds in northern Sweden, adding firsthand experience in operating in an arctic environment. The platform includes several key components from U.S. suppliers, such as its engine, transmission, and hydraulic system. The CATV program will replace the legacy fleet of Small Unit Support Vehicles (SUSVs), also built by BAE Systems Hägglunds, and known internationally as the BV206. The BV206 has been in service globally, including with the U.S. Armed Forces, since the early 1980s.

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Claire Powell, BAE Systems, Inc. (United States)

Mobile: (540) 529 5867

claire.h.powell@baesystems.com

Ola Thorén, BAE Systems Hägglunds (International)

Office: +46 660 80506; Mobile: +46 708 335000

ola.thoren@baesystems.se

www.baesystems.com/US

@BAESystemsInc

Source: BAE Systems

FAQ

What is the value of BAE Systems' contract for the Beowulf vehicle?

BAE Systems received a $278 million contract for the Beowulf Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicle.

When was the Beowulf contract awarded to BAE Systems?

The contract was awarded recently, as indicated in the press release.

What is the purpose of the Beowulf Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicle?

The Beowulf is designed for operations in harsh weather conditions and various terrains.

How does Beowulf enhance the capabilities of the U.S. Army?

Beowulf provides logistical support, search and rescue, and other mission capabilities improving operational effectiveness.

Which vehicle does Beowulf replace in the U.S. Army's fleet?

Beowulf will replace the legacy BV206 Small Unit Support Vehicles.

Where is the Beowulf vehicle manufactured?

The Beowulf is built by BAE Systems Hägglunds in Sweden.