The Latvian Ministry of Defense is purchasing more missiles for its Saab Carl-Gustaf man-portable weapon system for $18.73m, under a framework agreement signed with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration.

Ammunition for Saab's Carl-Gustaf multirole system (Picture source: Saab)

Saab Dynamics Business Area head Görgen Johansson said: “This order demonstrates the continued strong belief in our weapon systems and is a clear proof of the trust we have with the customer and the capability it creates for the Armed Forces of Latvia.”

The Carl-Gustaf M4 is the latest version of the combat proven, shoulder-launched, multi-role weapon system currently being fielded with multiple armed forces around the world. It gives users a wide range of engagement options and allows troops to remain agile and effective in any scenario. Building on the system’s already formidable capabilities, the M4 offers a higher degree of accuracy, lighter construction as well as compatibility with future innovations.

The weapon is successively being upgraded by the company to support new ammunition types and increased capabilities.