The new weapons will provide an increased direct fire support capability and will be employed by the Infantry, Special Forces and RAAF Airfield Defence Guards.
The value of the contract with SAAB Bofors Dynamics is approximately $10.5 million which includes the supply of weapons, spares and documentation to support the system.
BAE Systems Australia has been contracted to supply the enhanced sighting system for the newly acquired M3 84mm Carl Gustaf anti-armour weapon.
The value of the contract is approximately $16 million which includes the supply of sighting systems, spares, documentation and three years of support for the system.
The enhanced sighting system includes thermal technology which provides the ADF with an increased direct-fire support capability when used with the M3 84mm Carl Gustaf anti-armour weapon.
The new sight will permit engagements during day, night and adverse conditions.
See the February edition of ADM for more details on weapons programs.