Australia secures lightweight firepower boost with Carl Gustaf recoilless rifles

摘要

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is set to reinforce its anti-armour weapon capability following deals with Saab Bofors Dynamics and BAE Systems to supply additional M3 Carl Gustaf recoilless rifles equipped with thermal sights.rnA USD1 0.5 million contract with Saab includes the supply of approximately 400 84 mm M3 Carl Gustaf anti-armour support weapons, which will be used by the infantry, special forces and Royal Australian Air Force Airfield Defence Guards, according to official sources. The contract includes the provision of spare parts and training documentation to support the system.