The U.S. Army and Saab have entered into a multi-year framework agreement for delivery of Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon systems, which are designated as the M3E1 in the US, and has a duration of 3 years.
The first delivery order amounts to USD 19 million with deliveries expected in 2019.
The Carl-Gustaf 84-mm recoilless rifle is a combat-proven system capable of operating in demanding environments that provides soldiers with clear overmatch capability needed to dominate in the battle space.
The system has been regularly modernized and enhanced to meet users’ changing needs.
(The new Carl-Gustaf M4 is a man-portable multi-role weapon system that provides high tactical flexibility through its wide range of ammunition types. A marked evolution in the history of the system, the new M4 model meets the needs of modern conflict environments while offering compatibility with future innovations. Courtesy of Saab and YouTube.)
The latest version, the Carl-Gustaf M4 (designated M3E1 in the U.S.), reduces the launcher weight from 10 kg to less than 7 kg, among several other significant improvements.
“This agreement is the result of many years of great cooperation between Saab and the US Government,” says Görgen Johansson, Head of Saab business area Dynamics.
“The order clearly demonstrates the confidence that the user has both in the capability of the Carl-Gustaf system as well as in Saab as a supplier.”
“The Carl-Gustaf has been a force multiplier and the support weapon of choice for U.S. Special operations forces for many years,” says Erik Smith, President and CEO of Saab Defense and Security USA.
“With the system now being fielded to light infantry units in multiple theaters and now to the U.S. Marines as well, the game changing capabilities of this weapon system and the flexibility provided by the multiple munition types available to the operator will deliver even greater value to the American warfighter.”
Guaranteed precision
As technologies evolve, weaponry needs to keep pace and offer cutting-edge capabilities.
Programmable ammo is just one innovation that is set to revolutionize the battlefield for dismounted infantry.
Built with future requirements in mind, the Carl-Gustaf® M4 is compatible with intelligent sighting systems, and prepared for programmable ammo, ensuring your forces have advanced technology at their fingertips.
Lighter, better, faster
On the modern battlefield, speed can mean the difference between life and death for dismounted infantry.
Operational success depends upon soldiers that can react quickly and effectively in any combat situation.
The new Carl-Gustaf® M4 multi-role weapon system won’t slow you down.
Building upon the success of its predecessor it offers an even shorter length and a weight of less than seven kilos – helping your troops remain agile.
The power to adapt
Today’s dismounted infantry face a broader range of battlefield challenges than ever before.
Having a single weapon for all situations increases their tactical flexibility and reduces the amount of equipment that they carry.
The M4 enables soldiers to deal with any tactical situation – from neutralizing armored tanks or enemy troops in defilade, to clearing obstacles and engaging enemies in buildings.
(This year is the 70th birthday of the Carl-Gustaf system – a Swedish hero. Find out in episode two how the notorious Carl-Gustaf system gave the UN soldiers an advantage during a mission. How come? Watch and you’ll find out the answer! Courtesy of Saab and YouTube. Posted on Dec 6, 2018.)
