28 Mar 2006
Today, in Vammala, Finland, the first two AMOS-AMV mortar systems were delivered to the Finnish Defence. BAE Systems Hägglunds AB in Örnsköldsvik has manufactured the turret and integrated the firing system and Patria Weapon Systems Oy is responsible for the weapon and loading systems.
– The Finnish Army gets this newly developed, unique, high-technology product according to schedule and I want to thank the Finnish Defence for an excellent co-operation, says Sven Kågevall President Hägglunds.
The order for the mortar system AMOS (Advanced MOrtar System) is a concrete result of a successful co-operation between authorities and industries in Sweden and Finland. In March 2003 the Finnish Army ordered AMOS. This was the first order for Hägglunds and the Finnish partner Patria Weapon Systems and contains 24 AMOS mortar systems integrated onto Patria’s vehicle AMV 8x8.
Today the first two systems were delivered. The deliveries of the remaining mortar systems will continue until 2009.
– With this reference from Finland I am very optimistic about the future export opportunities for Hägglunds and Patria Weapon Systems with a completely new product to introduce at the world market, says Sven Kågevall.
– We are very satisfied with our co-operation with the Finnish Army in this project. Also the Swedish Army has participated in the development of AMOS. We are looking forward to continue that co-operation as well, says Jarmo Puputti, President Patria Weapon Systems Oy.
AMOS is a unique and efficient mortar system with a high rate of fire due to a double barrel concept. AMOS can be mounted on different types of platforms, both land based and marine. With AMOS a gigant step is taken into a new modern weapon system well suited for international peace keeping operations even in urban environment. In Sweden the current vehicle platform is CV90 (Combat Vehicle 90). AMOS is also prepared to be mounted on the future Swedish vehicle SEP.
