By Sweden’s defense and security company Saab has signed a new $31 million contract with the U.S. Army for the company’s Carl-Gustaf man-portable weapon system. This is the second time the U.S. Army has bought the 84mm recoilless rifle system to equip its forces, and responds to urgent operational needs in Afghanistan. The Carl Gustaf allows soldiers to engage troops in the open or behind protective cover such as a wall or ditch, as far as 1,250 meters away--longer range than…
U.S. Army Places New Orders For Saab’s Carl-Gustaf Weapon System
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