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New CB90 CX Is Bigger, Optionally Crewed Evolution Of Saab’s Proven Combat Boat

Saab has introduced the Combat Boat 90 Capability X (CB90 CX), an optionally crewed evolution of its existing combat boat design. The vessel features expanded payload capacity and supports three distinct configurations: anti-ship warfare, short-range air defense, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR). The CB90 CX is currently in production for the Swedish Navy and was unveiled ahead of Euronaval 2026. This new family of boats integrates autonomous naval capabilities alongside traditional crewed operations to enhance maritime security and strike roles.

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  • ✓ The CB90 CX is an optionally crewed combat boat.
  • ✓ The vessel is available in configurations for anti-ship warfare, short-range air defense, and ISR.
  • ✓ The CB90 CX has a larger size and expanded payload capacity compared to previous versions.
  • ✓ The boat is in production for the Swedish Navy.
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Saab transitioned the CB90 platform into the CB90 CX, adding autonomous operation options and specialized warfare roles.

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  1. Saab Unveils Optionally Crewed CB90 CX Combat Boat

    Saab has introduced the Combat Boat 90 Capability X (CB90 CX), an optionally crewed evolution of its existing combat boat design. The vessel features expanded payload capacity and supports three distinct configurations: anti-ship warfare, short-range air defense, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR). The CB90 CX is currently in production for the Swedish Navy and was unveiled ahead of Euronaval 2026. This new family of boats integrates autonomous naval capabilities alongside traditional crewed operations to enhance maritime security and strike roles.

    Why it matters

    The CB90 CX builds upon the proven CB90 platform to address modern naval requirements. By adding strike and air defense capabilities, Saab is expanding the utility of small combatants in littoral environments.

    What is confirmed

    • The CB90 CX is an optionally crewed combat boat.
    • The vessel is available in configurations for anti-ship warfare, short-range air defense, and ISR.
    • The CB90 CX has a larger size and expanded payload capacity compared to previous versions.
    • The boat is in production for the Swedish Navy.
    • Saab unveiled the craft ahead of Euronaval 2026.

    What to watch next

    • Official delivery dates for the first production units to the Swedish Navy
    • Announcement of export orders from other nations
    • Technical specifications regarding the autonomous control systems
    Sources used for this update (10)
    1. Naval News — Saab unveils optionally crewed CB90 CX ahead of Euronaval 2026
    2. Breaking Defense — Saab unveils new speed assault boat for Swedish Navy
    3. Мілітарний — Saab Unveils CB90 CX Family of Boats for Anti-Ship Warfare, Air Defense, and Reconnaissance
    4. SLDinfo.com — From Prototype to Production Line: France’s SMOKERS Tender and Saab’s CB90 CX Point to the New Small Combatant
    5. TWZ — New CB90 CX Is Bigger, Optionally Crewed Evolution Of Saab’s Proven Combat Boat
    6. www.twz.com — New CB90 CX Is Bigger, Optionally Crewed Evolution Of Saab’s ...
    7. www.marinelog.com — Saab introduces its new CB90 CX combat boat - Marine Log
    8. thedefensepost.com — Saab Unveils Optionally Crewed CB90 CX Combat Boat
    9. oceaneconomist.com — Saab Introduces CB90 CX With Crewed and Autonomous Naval ...
    10. defence-industry.eu — Saab says new CB90 CX combat boat is in production for Sweden ...
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