A London-based company is set to deliver anti-aircraft systems to Sweden. The truck-mounted 40 mm anti-aircraft gun ensures strong air defense. Developed by BAE Systems, the TRIDON Mk2 has multi-target capability and can engage a wide range of aerial threats, including drones, cruise missiles and aircraft.

The company claims that the system can target ground threats such as armored vehicles, providing protection and security for both military forces and civil infrastructure.

Protection from ever-evolving aerial threats

“We are more committed than ever to providing our customers with protection from ever-evolving aerial threats,” said Lena Gillström, president of BAE Systems Bofors.

“The TRIDON Mk2 has been designed for today’s warfare, and we will continue to deliver cutting-edge solutions to put our customers in the best position to meet future challenges.”

In February, on behalf of Sweden and Denmark, the FMV procured TRIDON Mk2 systems to donate to Ukraine, as part of a package to bolster Ukraine’s air defense capabilities. Able to combat multiple threats quickly, TRIDON Mk2 is a high-precision, cost-effective system that is easy to deploy and simple to maintain. Its modular design allows it to adapt to changing needs and to evolve with new technologies, according to a press release.

One of the most effective anti-aircraft systems

The company also revealed that the TRIDON Mk2 is one of the most effective anti-aircraft systems, and it can reportedly outperform any other gun of calibre 40 mm or less. It is the product of evolution brought about by nearly 90 years of experience – fighting the bad guys since 1936, claimed the company.

BAE Systems also highlighted that the weapon is designed with flexibility in mind and is capable of combating everything from drones and cruise missiles, to aircraft and armoured vehicles – creating security and protection for both military forces and civil infrastructure.

Modern anti-aircraft system

The TRIDON Mk2 is a modern anti-aircraft system for today’s warfare. Specialized in filling the gaps behind expensive missile systems, it meets the growing need for air-denial weapons, providing a low-cost, rapid anti-aircraft system crucial for keeping the skies clear, according to BAE Systems.

The company also pointed out that traditional threats like combat aircraft and missiles are joined by numerous unmanned systems, enabling smaller units to conduct aerial reconnaissance, fire control and airstrikes. A modern anti-aircraft system must have the capability of handling a wide range of threats and combat situations, according to BAE Systems.

The weapon is a self-propelled and remotely controlled 40 mm anti-aircraft artillery gun with an effective range against aerial and ground targets up to 12 km depending on the target, selected ammunition, sensor suite and surrounding terrain.