# Norway Expands WiSENT 2 ARV Fleet

Norway's Norwegian Defense Material Agency (FMA) has ordered three additional WiSENT 2 armored recovery vehicles (ARVs) from Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft mbH (FFG) in 2026, increasing its total to 12 units. This procurement supports the operational readiness of Norway's heavy Leopard 2A8NO tank fleet by replacing older Leopard 1-based Bergepanzer 2 ARVs, two of which have been supplied to Ukraine. This modernization effort reflects Norway's commitment to maintaining advanced armored vehicle recovery capabilities aligned with its current main battle tank platform.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the ongoing demand for heavy armored recovery vehicles compatible with modern tank platforms, indicating opportunities for suppliers specializing in tracked vehicle support systems.
- The replacement of legacy ARVs with WiSENT 2 models signals a shift toward heavier, more capable recovery vehicles in NATO-aligned forces.
- Contractors can evaluate potential follow-on contracts or maintenance support services related to the WiSENT 2 fleet expansion.
- This procurement highlights the strategic importance of armored vehicle recovery capabilities in sustaining armored force readiness, especially in contexts involving equipment transfers to allied nations like Ukraine.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Government Entities
- Norwegian Defense Material Agency (FMA)

### Vendors
- Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft mbH (prime contractor)

### Sources
- [Norway Orders More WiSENT 2 ARVs for 70-Ton Leopard 2A8, After Sending Two Bergepanzer 2 to Ukraine  | Defense Express](https://en.defence-ua.com/industries/norway_orders_more_wisent_2_arvs_for_70_ton_leopard_2a8_after_sending_two_bergepanzer_2_to_ukraine-19874.html) - Defense Express