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What does BAE Systems build?
Last updated: October 2026
BAE Systems of London is Europe’s largest arms producer — $29.8B in 2023 (SIPRI), sixth in the world. It builds the rear fuselage of every F-35, the Eurofighter Typhoon with its partners, Astute-class nuclear submarines, the CV90 combat vehicle and the M777 howitzer, supplying Britain, Saudi Arabia, Australia and the US.
| Company | BAE Systems |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Headquarters | London |
| Arms revenue, 2023 | $29.8 billion (2023) |
- F-35 rear fuselage
- Eurofighter Typhoon (partner)
- Astute-class nuclear submarines
- CV90 combat vehicle
- M777 howitzer
- Type 26 frigate
- UK Ministry of Defence
- Saudi Arabia
- Australia (Hunter frigates)
- U.S. Department of Defense
Sources2 sources
SIPRI Top 100 2023 (Dec 2024); Company public reporting
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