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Ukraine is set to receive state-of-the-art Tridon air defence systems from Sweden

Dmitro Shevchuk
Dmitro Shevchuk Executive Editor
Ukraine is set to receive state-of-the-art Tridon air defence systems from Sweden
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Ukraine is set to receive Tridon Mk2 high-tech air defence systems from Sweden. These will assist in the fight against "suicide bombers".

This has been reported by the press office of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence.

Sweden will allocate €400 million for the purchase of the latest systems – almost a third of the €1.2 billion military aid package announced in February.

Tridon MK2 air defence system specifications

The Tridon MK2 is a mobile medium-range air defence system. It was first unveiled in 2024. It operates in all weather conditions, day and night. One of its advantages is the relatively low cost per shot.

The new system is capable of simultaneously countering multiple threats, including attack and reconnaissance drones, aircraft, helicopters and cruise missiles.

What is the Tridon MK2 air defence system armed with?

The Tridon MK2 is armed with a 40mm Bofors 40 Mk4 automatic cannon, which engages targets at ranges of up to 12 km, firing up to 300 rounds per minute. The system allows the rate of fire to be reduced to 200 rounds per minute, which saves ammunition and adapts it to specific fire missions.

The Tridon MK2 gun uses ammunition with programmable detonation. It explodes directly in front of the target, creating a cloud of debris. This significantly increases its effectiveness against aerial drones and cruise missiles.

Air defence platforms

The latest system can be mounted on BvS 10 tracked armoured all-terrain vehicles or Scania trucks. It is equipped with electric drives, making it easy to integrate with various platforms, unlike systems with hydraulic drives.

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