
Finnish and Swedish Defence Forces to acquire a joint range of firearms from Sako Ltd
A framework agreement signed at the Riihimaki factory will see Sako supply a joint range of firearms to both defence forces.
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Saturday 3 October 2026

A framework agreement signed at the Riihimaki factory will see Sako supply a joint range of firearms to both defence forces.

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