- Latvia has begun delivering CVR(T) armored vehicles to Ukraine to reinforce battalion level units as part of ongoing military assistance
- The transfer aligns with Latvia’s replacement of its CVR(T) fleet with ASCOD 2 vehicles while supporting Ukraine with additional tracked mobility platforms
Latvia has begun transferring batches of CVR(T) armored vehicles to Ukraine, with deliveries already underway, Ukraine’s Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov said following a meeting with Latvian Defense Minister Andris Sprūds.
The vehicles are being supplied to reinforce Ukrainian battalion-level units.
“Met with Latvia’s Minister of Defense Andris Sprūds. We discussed the development of joint projects and strengthening defense cooperation,” Fedorov said. “Latvia has begun transferring batches of CVR(T) armored combat vehicles to Ukraine. Deliveries are ongoing — the equipment is being supplied to reinforce battalion units.”
Fedorov also thanked Latvia for continued support, including its decision to allocate 0.25% of GDP annually to assist Ukraine and its participation in the PURL program.
According to previously reported information by Militarnyi in 2024, Latvia had outlined the transfer of CVR(T) vehicles as part of a broader military aid package. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense stated at the time, “Latvia has announced a new package of military assistance to Ukraine worth €40 million. The package will include 9 CVR (T) armored combat vehicles, drones, and individual equipment for soldiers and sappers. We are grateful to our Latvian friends for their unwavering support. We are stronger together.”
The CVR(T), or Combat Vehicle Reconnaissance (Tracked), is a family of British-designed light armored vehicles developed for reconnaissance and support roles. The platform includes several variants used for scouting, command, casualty evacuation and light combat tasks.
CVR(T) vehicles provide tracked mobility and flexibility for units operating across varied terrain. Their relatively low weight allows for rapid maneuver while still offering protection and mission adaptability at the tactical level.
The Latvian Armed Forces operate approximately 198 vehicles of the CVR(T) family, including the FV103 Spartan, FV104 Samaritan, FV105 Sultan, FV106 Samson and FV107 Scimitar. These platforms have formed part of Latvia’s tracked vehicle capability prior to ongoing modernization efforts.
Latvia is in the process of replacing its CVR(T) fleet with newer infantry fighting vehicles, including the ASCOD 2 platform produced by Spain’s GDELS-Santa Bárbara Sistemas. The acquisition of 42 ASCOD 2 vehicles is intended to introduce improved protection, firepower and digital integration into Latvia’s land forces.
By transitioning to ASCOD 2, Latvia is able to release part of its existing CVR(T) inventory for transfer to Ukraine while maintaining its own modernization program.
The delivery of CVR(T) vehicles provides Ukrainian forces with additional tracked assets at the battalion level, where mobility, reconnaissance and support functions remain essential. These vehicles can be used for a range of missions, including reconnaissance, coordination, logistics support and casualty evacuation.