Sweden has finalized a deal to produce and supply 18 Archer self-propelled artillery systems and 5 ARTHUR counter-battery radars to Ukraine, as announced by Swedish Defense Minister Paul Jonsson.
“Sweden has previously donated 8 Archer systems to Ukraine. They are appreciated by and have done a good job at the front in delivering damage to the russian occupiers. With a combination of speed, precision and mobility, Archers are a formidable weapon in Ukraine,” Jonsson remarked.
He also expressed optimism that the new artillery and radar systems will enhance the capabilities of the Ukrainian Defense Forces and increase russian casualties.
“Open sources suggest that russia has lost over 437 towed artillery pieces, 869 self-propelled systems, and 451 multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS). This Swedish artillery package will hopefully boost those numbers further,” Swedish Defense Minister stated.
In addition, Jonsson confirmed Sweden’s participation in the Artillery Coalition, an initiative designed to streamline the supply of modern artillery systems, ammunition, and training for Ukrainian forces.
The coalition’s long-term objective is to bolster Ukraine’s artillery capabilities and improve its interoperability with NATO.
