TOKYO, Oct 21 (thedefensepost.com) - Japan has ordered over 300 Carl-Gustaf recoilless rifles from arms manufacturer Saab.
The deal further increases Tokyo’s Carl-Gustaf inventory, a staple of the force’s multi-role weapon system capabilities since 1979 used in anti-armored vehicle and night reconnaissance missions.
Scheduled for delivery in 2025, the man-portable multi-role weapon systems will be added to the Japan Self-Defense Forces infantry arms, which also include the Type 20 5.56×45 mm assault rifles and FN Herstal Mk3 light machine guns.
The agreement comes during Japan’s push for modernization in its self-defense force, doubling its spending on upgrades to the force’s capabilities despite suffering from insufficient recruitment numbers. ...continue reading