Norway and the United Kingdom have signed a research and development (R&D) agreement under the multinational Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) program, marking a significant step toward the future procurement of Patria armored vehicles.
The two countries joined the Latvia-led initiative in September, becoming the sixth and seventh participating nations alongside Finland, Sweden, Germany, and Denmark. Under the R&D framework, Norway and the UK will gain access to existing product development packages and, subject to national approval processes, may participate in the continued development of key CAVS components.
CAVS Program Overview
Launched in 2020, the CAVS program seeks to develop a standardized, interoperable 6×6 armored vehicle platform to meet the operational requirements of participating countries. According to Finland-based manufacturer Patria, nearly 2,000 vehicles have been ordered under the program, with more than 250 units already delivered to Finland, Latvia, Sweden, and Denmark.
Germany has signed the largest contract under the program to date, ordering 876 vehicles in a deal valued at over €2 billion ($2.3 billion).
Derived from Patria’s flagship 8×8 multi-role armored personnel carrier, the CAVS 6×6 vehicle is designed for a projected service life of up to 30 years. Built to NATO standards, it is powered by a 394-horsepower Scania diesel engine, offering a top speed of 100 km/h (62 mph) and an operational range of up to 700 km (435 miles).
Depending on configuration, the platform has a maximum gross weight of 24 tonnes and an overall length of approximately 8 meters. It is designed to support multiple mission configurations and roles across participating armed forces.
