Raytheon, Saab to develop improved shoulder-launched weapon systems - UPI.com





Raytheon, Saab to develop improved shoulder-launched weapon systems - UPI.com: "Nov. 9 (UPI) -- Raytheon and the Swedish aerospace and defense firm Saab will partner to develop new weapons for infantry forces, the companies said in a joint statement on Thursday.

The companies said that they will first look to upgrading the Carl-Gustaf reloadable shoulder-launched weapon, an 84mm anti-tank recoilless rifle used by the United States, Britain and 38 other countries.

Additionally, the companies are looking to enhance Saab's AT-4 disposable weapon system to meet near-term U.S. and international requirements. The AT-4 also fires 84mm rockets, however they are unguided."



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