The contract covers the latest version of Saab’s Arthur system, which can warn of incoming indirect fire from distances of up to 100 kilometres. Saab will also carry out vehicle integration of the radar systems as part of the agreement.
The deal with Swedish Material Administration includes options for additional systems and support over a 15-year period for Sweden. It has been procured with provisions that allow cooperative nations to join the agreement.
“This order enables a clear capacity increase and strengthens the Swedish brigade’s capability to warn for incoming indirect fire as well as enabling quick counter-fire,” said Carl-Johan Bergholm, head of Saab’s business area Surveillance. “The systems offer the mobile artillery localisation needed for today’s complex battlefields with innovation and cutting-edge capabilities.”
Arthur is described by Saab as a modern, digitalised artillery locating radar system. It can simultaneously track a large number of grenades, calculate points of origin, and help protect troops and civilians by warning of incoming fire.
