Saab announced on January 9, 2026, it secured an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for the Trackfire Remote Weapon Station (RWS), valued at approximately SEK 1.5 billion. The contract, booked in Q4 2025, involves deliveries from 2026 to 2028 and supports the Swedish Army and Amphibious Battalion 2025, a key defense modernization project. The Trackfire RWS is a fully stabilized, remotely operated weapon station offering precise firing capabilities on naval, land, and stationary platforms. The order specifically includes the Trackfire ARES Naval RWS equipped with a 30x113 mm M230LF Bushmaster chain gun featuring airburst ammunition, enhancing anti-drone combat capabilities. Saab highlights the system as vital for the future Swedish expeditionary and army forces, reflecting a strong commitment to advanced defense technology.
Category: Military & Paramilitary Operations
Subcategory: High-Tech Military Tools
Incident Type: Drone swarms & UAV surveillance
Country: Sweden
Source report: www.saab.com/newsroom/…
