Iron Fist armor tech takes down drones, anti-tank rounds mid-air

Elbit Systems has released new footage demonstrating its Iron Fist active protection system (APS) successfully intercepting and destroying drones, rocket-propelled grenades, anti-tank guided missiles, and high-speed kinetic-energy anti-tank rounds mid-air. The system uses a combination of radar and infrared sensors to detect threats and launches a blast interceptor to neutralize them before impact, without detonating the warhead. Iron Fist comes in light and heavy configurations suitable for various armored vehicles, including infantry fighting vehicles and main battle tanks, providing 360-degree protection in both open and urban environments. The Iron Fist APS has attracted significant interest from the US military, culminating in a $228 million contract awarded to General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems to equip the Bradley Fighting Vehicle with the system. This marks the third time the US Army has selected Iron Fist, reflecting its growing role in countering modern battlefield threats, including unmanned aerial systems. The system is also in use by the Israel Defense