Why is the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle called the armored 'ghost'?

According to Sputnik, the Swedish CV90 infantry fighting vehicle was developed by BAE Systems Hägglunds in the late 1980s and put into use in 1993. Each vehicle can carry up to 8 soldiers with full equipment.

From the experience gained on the battlefield, the manufacturer has continuously improved and helped CV90 become one of the leading multi-role armored vehicles today. Later versions have integrated many new advances in weapon development, combining strong firepower, modern electronic systems and active defense measures.

*The CV90 is likened to an armored ghost thanks to its ability to reduce heat footprint, operate smoothly and launch precise attacks. Photo: Military.*

The main equipment of the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle is the 40 mm Bofors gun, which was adapted from an anti-aircraft gun developed by Sweden in the early 1950s. This type of gun, when using armor-piercing shells, is capable of endangering medium tanks such as the T55, T62 and many current armored vehicles. The 40 mm Bofors gun is loaded with a 24-round magazine and can be reloaded in about 20 seconds.

In addition to the main gun, the CV90 is also equipped with a coaxial 7.62 mm machine gun. Some variants can carry anti-tank missiles, mortars or even 105 mm guns.

The CV90's armor frame is made from welded steel, with the front part able to withstand a direct hit from a 30mm armor-piercing bullet, while the other sides can withstand a 14.5mm armor-piercing bullet. The armor can also withstand an explosion equivalent to 10kg of TNT under the vehicle. The inside of the fighting compartment is lined with bulletproof Kevlar to protect the crew. The vehicle is equipped with an automatic fire suppression system and can be fitted with cage armor when needed to increase its ability to resist RPGs.

*The CV90 has electronic camouflage, strong bulletproof armor and precise firepower. Photo: Military*

The CV90 also incorporates a number of new technologies, including heat-absorbing materials to reduce its visibility to enemy thermal imaging devices. It is powered by a 550-horsepower Scania DS14 diesel engine, allowing it to travel up to 550 km.

Although there are more than 15 variants, the CV90 has 5 main variant groups, considered the "backbone" of this armored vehicle line. CV90 IFV (CV9030, CV9035, CV9040) main variant, equipped with 30mm, 35mm or 40mm cannons, carrying 6-8 soldiers, strong firepower.

CV90 Armadillo, heavily armored version, optimized for mine and IED protection. Can be configured as an APC, command vehicle, ambulance, or engineering vehicle. CV90 Recon, reconnaissance variant, battlefield surveillance, equipped with long-range sensors, radar, 360-degree observation system, can integrate UAV.

*The CV90 is nicknamed the armored ghost thanks to its ability to hide from thermal reconnaissance. Photo: Military.*

CV90 AD (Anti-Aircraft), anti-aircraft version, uses 40mm cannon, guidance radar, protects formations from UAVs, helicopters and low-altitude targets. CV90120-T, light tank variant, equipped with 120mm cannon, firepower equivalent to main battle tank but more mobile.

Currently, the CV90 is in service in many European armies. Sweden is the country that developed and uses the largest number, followed by Norway, Finland, Denmark, the Netherlands, Estonia and Switzerland.

In recent years, Slovakia and the Czech Republic have ordered the latest version of the CV90 MkIV to equip their mechanized forces. In addition, Ukraine has also received a number of CV90 vehicles donated by Sweden and put them into combat.

Source: https://congthuong.vn/vi-sao-xe-chien-dau-bo-binh-cv90-duoc-goi-la-bong-ma-boc-thep-431745.html