Czech Republic Orders Saab's Mobile Air Defence System in $170 Million Deal

Ground-Based Systems Czech Republic Orders Saab's Mobile Air Defence System in $170 Million Deal

2025-07-28 Source: Press release 1 min Reading Time

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Saab has secured a SEK 1.8 billion (approximately €155 million) contract from the Czech Ministry of Defence for its vehicle-mounted Mobile Short Range Air Defence (MSHORAD) system. Deliveries are scheduled between 2028 and 2030 and will enhance the Czech Armed Forces’ existing ground-based air defence capabilities.

Saab’s Mobile Air Defence system installed on a Czech-manufactured MARS S-330 vehicle – designed for agile threat response in diverse terrain. (Image: Saab Group)(Bild: Saab) — Saab’s Mobile Air Defence system installed on a Czech-manufactured MARS S-330 vehicle – designed for agile threat response in diverse terrain. (Image: Saab Group)
(Bild: Saab)

The new agreement will see Saab equip the Czech Republic with mobile firing units based on the RBS 70 NG missile system, coupled with Bolide missiles. The solution will be mounted on the MARS S-330 chassis, produced domestically by Czech vehicle manufacturer SVOS, underlining the project’s hybrid structure combining Swedish technology with local industry.

MSHORAD, Saab’s vehicle-integrated air defence solution, is designed to counter short-range aerial threats such as drones, helicopters and low-flying aircraft. Its modular system architecture includes a radar detection unit, command-and-control node, and firing unit, all networked to respond to fast-evolving threats. While Saab provides the core systems and integration, command-and-control software will be delivered jointly with a Czech partner, and an existing radar system currently in use by the Czech military will be integrated.

Görgen Johansson, Head of Saab's Dynamics division, emphasised the strategic continuity of the deal: “We are proud to continue supporting the Czech Armed Forces, who already use our man-portable RBS 70 NG systems. MSHORAD adds mobility and further protection for deployed forces.”

The order also reflects broader European efforts to strengthen short-range air defence (SHORAD) infrastructure in response to the growing threat posed by unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and loitering munitions. According to NATO sources, SHORAD systems are a key priority in filling capability gaps exposed by recent conflicts, including the war in Ukraine.

While Saab remains the main contractor, the integration with Czech defence industry partners could contribute to further national capability development. The modularity of the MSHORAD platform allows for potential upgrades or interoperability with NATO-standard systems in future configurations.

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