# BAE Systems Receives Nordic Order for 40 mm and 57 mm 3P Ammunition

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- Published: 2026-01-07
- Author: Jacob Wollheim
- Type: News · Section: Industry · Country: sweden
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- Primary source: https://www.baesystems.com/en-us/article/bae-systems-secures-programmable-ammunition-orders-from-sweden-and-finland
- Tags: bae systems, sverige, finland, fmv, försvarsmakten, fdf log com, bofors, stridsfordon 90, sweden, finnish defence forces, 3p ammunition

> BAE Systems has received a joint order from Sweden and Finland valued at 171 million dollars for 40 mm and 57 mm 3P ammunition, which strengthens defence capability and bilateral cooperation in the region.

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*3P · BAE Systems*

BAE Systems has [signed two contracts](https://www.baesystems.com/en-us/article/bae-systems-secures-programmable-ammunition-orders-from-sweden-and-finland) with a total value of approximately 171 million US dollars for ammunition types Bofors 40 mm and 57 mm 3P (Pre-fragmented, Programmable, Proximity-fused). The order has been jointly placed by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) in Sweden and the Finnish Defence Forces Logistics Command (FDF LOG COM) in Finland.

In BAE Systems' press release, it is stated that the Swedish Armed Forces will be allocated both 40 mm and 57 mm ammunition, while the Finnish Navy will be allocated 57 mm ammunition to supplement existing stocks.

According to the press release, the ammunition is primarily intended for use within the Swedish Armed Forces' Combat Vehicle 90 and naval gun systems. Additionally, it is stated that existing and future air defence units with 40 mm anti-aircraft guns will be able to use the ammunition.

– “As a trusted partner to Sweden and Finland, this joint order marks an important step in further strengthening defence capabilities in the region and deepening bilateral cooperation to keep Europe safe,” says Lena Gillström, president of BAE Systems Bofors, in the press release.

The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) has previously announced information about a procurement of 57 mm ammunition in collaboration with Finland, which Nordic Defence Sector [has previously reported on.](https://nordicdefencesector.com/sv/article/sweden-in-joint-ammunition-order-with-finland)

## FAQ

**Q1: How much is BAE Systems' contract for 40 mm and 57 mm ammunition worth?**

A1: BAE Systems' contract for 40 mm and 57 mm ammunition is worth approximately 171 million US dollars. The order has been placed by FMV in Sweden and FDF LOG COM in Finland. It includes the ammunition types Bofors 40 mm and 57 mm 3P. Last fact-checked: 2026-01-07.

**Q2: What is the purpose of the joint ammunition order from Sweden and Finland?**

A2: The purpose of the joint ammunition order from Sweden and Finland is to strengthen defence capabilities in the region. The order marks an important step in deepening bilateral cooperation. This contributes to keeping Europe safe. Last fact-checked: 2026-01-07.

**Q3: Which defence units will use the ordered ammunition?**

A3: The ordered ammunition will be used by the Swedish Armed Forces' Combat Vehicle 90 and naval gun systems. Air force units with 40 mm anti-aircraft guns will also use the ammunition. The Finnish Navy will receive 57 mm ammunition as an addition to existing stockpiles. Last fact-checked: 2026-01-07.

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