Sweden equips itself with new missiles.

World military news 31/12: Sweden equips itself with new anti-ship missiles with a range of over 200km and the ability to operate effectively in adverse weather conditions.

South Korea begins production of the Cheongung II system for export to Saudi Arabia; Sweden introduces new anti-ship missiles… these are the highlights of today's world military news.

South Korea has begun manufacturing the Cheongung II system for export to Saudi Arabia.

According to information from the Center for Global Arms Market Information (CAWAT), South Korean manufacturer Hanwha Aerospace has signed a contract with LIG Nex1 worth 940 billion Won (US$642 million) to supply components for the M-SAM Block 2 (Cheongung II) medium-range air defense system ordered by Saudi Arabia.

Hanwha Aerospace stated that, under the terms of the agreement, the company is supplying LIG Nex1 launchers and other components for the Cheongung-II system. The deliveries are being made within the framework of a $3.2 billion contract signed by LIG Nex1 for the supply of M-SAM Block 2 air defense systems to Riyadh.

Cheongung II system. Photo: Hanwha Aerospace

LIG Nex1 is responsible for manufacturing the missile and integrating all systems. Hanwha Systems is the supplier of the multi-function radar, and Hanwha Aerospace is the supplier of the launch platform.

South Korea's LIG Nex1 signed a contract in November 2023 to supply the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Defence with the M-SAM Blok.2 medium-range air defense system. The order was valued at $3.2 billion. The decision to disclose the purchase data came after the two countries' defence ministers held talks on February 4, 2024, on strengthening arms supply relations on the sidelines of the World Defence Exhibition in Riyadh.

The Cheongung II air defense system is designed to destroy not only enemy attack aircraft at ranges up to 40km but also ballistic missiles. The system's interceptor missiles are capable of reaching speeds up to Mach 5 and destroying ballistic missiles with a direct strike at altitudes up to 20km.

Each battery of the M-SAM Block 2 air defense system includes a multi-functional X-band radar, 4 to 8 vertical launch systems with 8 missiles each, a combat command center, as well as transport and support vehicles.

Russia tests remote-controlled version of Konkurs-M anti-tank missile system.

Russia's Kalashnikov Group has released images of tests of the remote control system for the Konkurs-M anti-tank guided missile (ATGM).

The video, produced by Kalashnikov, shows the installation of additional equipment on the ATGM launcher and the operator's work on the remote control, which is a modular unit. The remote control system includes keys for controlling the missile's flight path and a display screen for the gunner's sight.

The Konkurs-M complex with remote control mechanism. Photo: Lenta

The device can be set up and put into operation in less than 20 minutes. With its built-in battery, the remote control can operate continuously for 8 hours. The remote control weighs approximately 10 kg. The new device allows the AGTM Konkurs-M crew to operate from a safe, hidden position.

The Konkurs-M ATGM missile is equipped with a 2.7 kg chemical-energy warhead, capable of penetrating 750-800 mm of steel armor at a 90-degree angle. This system is capable of attacking various types of armored vehicles, enemy firing positions, and concealed positions.

In October 2017, the Central Research Institute of Precision Engineering of Russia began production of the 1P45-1 remote targeting and monitoring device for the AGTM Kornet system, which is the next generation of Konkurs-M anti-tank missiles.

Sweden introduces new anti-ship missiles into its arsenal.

Saab has announced a contract with the Swedish Armed Forces Logistics Agency (FMV) to modernize its coastal defense missile systems. The total value of the order is 800 million SEK. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2026.

The contract includes the supply of Saab RBS-15 Mk.3 anti-ship missiles, with the launch module integrated onto a civilian transport vehicle chassis.

The previous version of the RBS-15, the RBS-15 Mk.2, is currently in service with the Swedish Armed Forces. The coastal defense missile systems were reintroduced to the Swedish Armed Forces in 2016, with the main difference being the addition of a dedicated launch chassis.

Saab RBS-15 Mk.3 anti-ship missile. Photo: Saab Bofors Dynamics

Gergen Johansson, head of Saab Dynamics, said that Sweden's defensive capabilities will be significantly enhanced after receiving the longer-range anti-ship missile, with improved guidance sensors and a heavier warhead. The RBS-15 is specifically designed to operate in the harsh environment and weather conditions of the Baltic Sea.

The RBS-15 Mk.3 missile, developed by Saab Bofors Dynamics, weighs 635 kg (800 kg with the addition of a solid-fuel booster stage) and is designed to destroy land and sea targets in adverse weather conditions at a range of over 200 km. The missile is equipped with a new TRI 60-5 Microturbo jet engine with 4.4 kN of thrust and is capable of reaching subsonic speeds of Mach 0.9.

This anti-ship missile system can be integrated onto missile boats, frigates, destroyers, as well as fixed and mobile coastal defense systems. The system was developed and manufactured by Saab in partnership with German company Diehl Defense.

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