BAE Systems awarded 57Mk3 naval gun and 3P ammunition contract by Sweden
Sweden – BAE Systems has been awarded a Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) contract to deliver four Bofors 57Mk3 naval gun systems along with Bofors 57mm 3P (Pre-fragmented, Programmable, Proximity-fused) ammunition.
“This contract reinforces our long-standing role as a trusted partner to the Swedish armed forces and FMV, and our commitment to supporting the Swedish Navy with world-class capability,” said Stefan Löfström, Marketing & Sales director at BAE Systems Bofors. “It demonstrates Sweden’s absolute confidence in the Bofors 57Mk3 and its advanced 3P ammunition as key capabilities for Sweden’s maritime defence.”
The Bofors 57Mk3 is a multirole naval gun system designed for air defence, anti-surface warfare and naval fire support missions. Combined with the programmable 57mm 3P ammunition, it enables effective engagement of a wide range of threats, including drones, aircraft, missiles and surface targets.
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BAE Systems has been awarded a contract by Sweden's Defence Materiel Administration to deliver four Bofors 57Mk3 naval gun systems and Bofors 57mm 3P ammunition. This contract highlights Sweden's commitment to enhancing its maritime defense capabilities with advanced weaponry. The Bofors 57Mk3 is designed for air defense, anti-surface warfare, and naval fire support.
- BAE Systems awarded a contract by Sweden's FMV
- Contract includes four Bofors 57Mk3 naval gun systems
- Contract includes Bofors 57mm 3P ammunition
- The Bofors 57Mk3 is designed for multiple roles including air defense
- Sweden expresses confidence in Bofors 57Mk3 capabilities