The contract also provides the Spanish company for the possibility of discussing the purchase of additional platforms in addition to 42 battle vehicles approved.
Between Latvia and the Spanish company GDels-Santa Bárbara System, an agreement was completed for the supply of 42 Ascod Infantry for 373 million euros. Delfi reported that there was a reference to the statement of the Latvian Ministry of Defense.
It is indicated that the contract is currently involved in re -reinstating a battalion, but if additional funds are available, the issue of re -equipment and other battalions will be considered.
To ensure the compatibility of operation of transportation platforms between battalions, the ministry considers the possibility of further use of purchased platforms.
The contract with the Spanish company indicates the possibility of discussing the purchase of additional platforms in addition to 42 battle vehicles approved, the number and delivery times where there will be a corresponding cost impact.
It has been reported that the contract involves the participation of the local industry in implementing the contract at 30% of the total contract cost. Industry participation is possible in implementing orders, moving technologies and the creation of specific labor capabilities, as well as other relevant activities.
Ascod Infantry’s ordered vehicles are equipped with a fourth weapon according to NATO standards, an automatic gun, anti -tank weapons, machine guns and other advanced technologies that will allow soldiers to control the battlefield. The battle vehicle was controlled by three soldiers and was able to carry and land six soldiers throughout the battle.
Remember, Latvia ordered the Patria 6×6 Armour Personnel Carriers for the needs of the Ukrainian army. Earlier it was learned that Latvia would transfer Ukraine’s defense forces previously purchased in the UK KVR (T) intelligence armored vehicle.
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