Lithuania Orders Saab Carl-Gustaf M4 Systems in $44M Defense Deal
Lithuania has placed a SEK 460 million ($44-49 million) order with Sweden's Saab for Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifles, training equipment, and simulators, with deliveries scheduled from 2026 to 2029 under a 10-year contract. The deal, part of Lithuania's military modernization amid heightened regional security concerns over Russian aggression, underscores deepening Swedish-Lithuanian defense cooperation. Lithuania's NATO-estimated 2025 defense spending is 4% of GDP, one of the alliance's highest.
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Saab Receives Order for Carl-Gustaf Systems from Lithuania
Swedish defense company Saab has received an order from Lithuania for the Carl-Gustaf M4 multi-purpose weapon system, along with training and education equipment. The contract is valued at 460 million Swedish kronor (SEK), with deliveries scheduled between 2026 and 2029. The Carl-Gustaf M4 is a portable, recoilless rifle system used for anti-armor and multi-role combat operations. This order underscores Lithuania's ongoing military modernization efforts and its commitment to enhancing defense capabilities, likely in response to regional security concerns. The deal also includes support and training packages to ensure effective operational use of the systems.
CPM Defence Network – News: Verteidigung und WehrtechnikSaab receives order for Carl Gustaf systems from Lithuania
Swedish defense company Saab has received an order from Lithuania for the Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon system, along with training and education equipment. The contract is valued at 460 million Swedish kronor (SEK), approximately $44 million USD. Deliveries are scheduled between 2026 and 2029. The Carl-Gustaf M4 is a portable, multi-purpose recoilless rifle system used by military forces for anti-armor and support roles. This order underscores Lithuania's ongoing efforts to modernize its defense capabilities amid regional security concerns.
CPM Defence Network – News: Verteidigung und WehrtechnikSaab receives order for Carl Gustaf systems from Lithuania
Swedish defense company Saab has received an order from Lithuania for the Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifle system, along with training and education equipment. The contract is valued at 460 million Swedish kronor (approximately $44 million USD). Deliveries are scheduled between 2026 and 2029. The Carl-Gustaf M4 is a portable, multi-purpose weapon system used by infantry forces. This order is part of a new procurement effort by Lithuania to enhance its defense capabilities, likely in response to regional security concerns. The deal underscores ongoing defense cooperation between Sweden and Lithuania within the broader European security framework.
CPM Defence Network – News: Verteidigung und WehrtechnikSaab receives order for Carl Gustaf systems from Lithuania
Swedish defense company Saab has received an order from Lithuania for the Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifle system, along with training and education equipment. The contract is valued at 460 million Swedish kronor (approximately $44 million USD). Deliveries are scheduled between 2026 and 2029. The Carl-Gustaf M4 is a portable, multi-purpose weapon system used by infantry forces. This order is part of a new procurement effort by Lithuania to enhance its defense capabilities, likely in response to regional security concerns. The deal underscores ongoing defense cooperation between Sweden and Lithuania within the broader European security framework.
CPM Defence Network – News: Verteidigung und WehrtechnikSaab receives order for Carl Gustaf systems from Lithuania
Swedish defense company Saab has received an order from Lithuania for the Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifle system, along with training and education equipment. The contract is valued at 460 million Swedish kronor (approximately $44 million USD). Deliveries are scheduled between 2026 and 2029. The Carl-Gustaf M4 is a portable, multi-purpose weapon system used by infantry forces. This order is part of a new procurement effort by Lithuania to enhance its defense capabilities, likely in response to regional security concerns. The deal underscores ongoing defense cooperation between Sweden and Lithuania within the broader European security framework.
CPM Defence Network – News: Verteidigung und WehrtechnikLithuania's Carl-Gustaf M4 Recoilless Rifles to Arrive This Year
Lithuania has placed an order with Saab for Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifles and associated training equipment, valued at SEK 460 million ($48.9 million), with deliveries scheduled from 2026 to 2029. The order is part of a newly signed 10-year contract that includes potential options totaling up to SEK 640 million. The deal covers M4 weapons, sub-calibre adapters for training ammunition, and Carl-Gustaf Outdoor Trainers. The Carl-Gustaf M4 is a man-portable, shoulder-launched 84mm weapon system used by over 40 countries, effective against vehicles, infantry, and heavy armor. Lithuania, like other Baltic states, is heavily investing in military deterrence against Russian aggression, with NATO estimating its 2025 defense spending at 4% of GDP, one of the highest in the alliance.
Army TechnologyLithuania orders Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifles from Saab in $48.9 million deal
Lithuania has placed an order with Saab for Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifles and associated training equipment valued at SEK 460 million ($48.9 million), with deliveries scheduled between 2026 and 2029. The order is part of a newly signed ten-year contract that includes potential options totaling up to SEK 640 million. The deal covers M4 weapons, sub-calibre adapters for training ammunition, and Carl-Gustaf Outdoor Trainers. The Carl-Gustaf M4 is a man-portable, shoulder-launched 84mm weapon system used by over 40 countries, capable of engaging vehicles, infantry, and heavy armor. Lithuania, which spent 4% of its GDP on defense in 2025—one of the highest ratios in NATO—is investing heavily in military capabilities to deter potential Russian aggression in the Baltic region.
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