The Slovak armed forces have taken a significant step forward in modernizing their mechanized units as the first batch of CV90 MkIV Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) enters initial testing phases in Sweden. These trials are crucial for assessing the vehicles’ advanced combat capabilities, mobility, and adaptability to diverse terrains commonly encountered in European operational theaters. The tests also focus on integrating Slovakia’s specific combat systems and electronic architecture with the base CV90 MkIV configuration supplied by BAE Systems Hägglunds.

Key aspects under evaluation include:

  • Armor protection performance against various ballistic threats
  • Firepower efficiency of the new 40mm CT40 cannon and related target acquisition systems
  • Mobility under extreme weather and terrain conditions encountered in Nordic environments
  • Communications systems interoperability with NATO…