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Graz, Trade Confederation
#"MOWAG-SISU-STEYR "Finnhorse" Military Transport Vehicle"
##"Second set of military vehicles announced as MOWAG-SISU-STEYR partnership continues to build in cooperation, "Finnhorse" Military Transport series to be next generation low-cost and large scale transport"
The Trading Times | Issued on 2027 - 12:00 | Graz, Trade Confederation
GRAZ - The Supreme Leader and Prime Minister of Finland have once again been seen together, announcing the next line of the ongoing joint-development programs which have already seen the development of a low-cost MRAP series of vehicles for use in active combat. Critics of the design had been quick to point out the "costly nature" of the vehicles, especially the mid-range and troop-carrier variants which some called "to expensive for the masses of conscript forces fielded by the Trade Confederation and Finland. Naturally however, these so-called experts which do not make statements based fully on the facts of the matter - have been proven wrong as Sanna and Claudia showcased the Finnhorse line of Military Transport Vehicles, designed to partner alongside the Gallen-Kallela line of MRAPs.
Revealing the broader idea behind the two lines of vehicles, it becomes clear that the GK-line is designed for use by conscripts in active combat settings, whereas the Finnhorse is designed for rapid movement of forces in combat. While the GK-line does feature a "troop carrier variant", the defense designers pointed out that it was ultimately designed to participate in active combat, much like an IFV or APC would support combat operations. Whereas, the Finnhorse design is specifically developed to safely transport troops into combat, on a budget - but not partake in combat directly.
This change in doctrine is in reality a reversion to older eras of thinking, to which apply for both Finland and the Trade Confederation who both operate an older era of thinking. The MOWAG-SISU-STEYR design has also been advertised to South Korea, Poland, and other nations who all operate larger reserve forces like Finland or the Trade Confederation. A full detail has much like the GK-line, been revealed below.
- Finnhorse MTV
- [Concept Art Mk.1F](https://i.gyazo.com/1bbfec5dbce
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Oslo, Trade Confederation
#MOWAG-SISU Piranha VII (Upgrade) and STEYR-MOWAG-SISU Ulan II (Upgrade)
##"MOWAG-SISU-STEYR partnership announce "armor/armament" upgrade package for Piranha and Ulan class vehicles, offers same package to SISU designed AFV/IFVs"
The Trading Times | Issued on 2030 - 12:00 | Oslo, Trade Confederation
OSLO - The Trade Confederation has confirmed the financing of a contract with the MOWAG-SISU-STEYR partnership program designed to build further interconnectivity/modernization and development between the TC-Finnish forces. As part of ongoing efforts per previously approved referendum, the Trade Confederation has set its eyes on created a well-balanced force of both inexpensive force multipliers, and high quality pieces of equipment. As part of that ongoing process, the Ulan and Pirhana class vehicles, each serving a different purpose - have been chosen to undergo armor/armament upgrade packages.
Details below,
- The Ulan II (Upgrade)
- CONCEPT ART
- Description: The Ulan II much like the original ASCOD IFV variant, is designed as a heavy hitting infantry support/fighting vehicle, for all terrain use. While the original variant suffered from a lack of armor - the upgraded version will provide both armor and cost effectiveness.
- Specifications remain the same excluding Armor
- Armor Changes: The armor will be utilizing the same custom Chobham armor of the Sturmratte - increasing protection to appropriate AFV levels.
- The Piranha VII (Upgrade)
- CONCEPT ART
- Description: The Piranha VII replaces the 12.7mm machinegun with the same 30mm autocannon as the Ulan alongside additional TOW launchers.
- Specifications remain the same excluding armaments
- Armament Changes: The primary weapon has been replaced by the Ulan 30mm autocannon for munition continuity, in addition further TOW slots have been added.
It is believed that the upgrade packages will cost,
- Ulan II: $350,000 (per upgrade not including unit cost)
- Piranha VI: $400,000 (per upgrade unit)
Further, the contract as follows,
- All existing MOWAG
Making a Danish Army modlist, does anyone know in which mod to find stuff like the Piranha? Thanks.
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Bergen, Trade Confederation
#Mowag-SISU Piranha VII (SAM) Upgrade contract announced
##"Intention to mount the IM-SHORAD Stryker Weapon Platform alongside existing 30mm autocannon (just as on the stryker) hoped for, as Trade Confederation approaches ACDO/USA"
The Trading Times | Issued on 2030 - 12:00 | Bergen, Trade Confederation
BERGEN - The Trade Confederation has tendered a new contract to boost its close anti-air vehicles, announcing a planned upgrade contract ideally looking to mount the IM-SHORAD Platform onto the Mowag Piranha VII, which itself has undergone various upgrades just recently.
In total the contract is as follows,
- Requirements of the Future Anti-Air Program
- Upgrade Cost: $300,000 (or whatever the IM-SHORAD costs to upgrade to)
- Maintenance Costs: Must be low to mid-range maintenance costs. While being easily maintained/munitions built in Trade Confederation.
- Intend to upgrade a total of 200 Piranha VIIs
- Upgrades completed by 2031-32
Both the ACDO and USA have been approached, and with both countries having access to the technology, the deal is expected to be first come first serve or OBO.
That's all folks.
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Graz, Trade Confederation
#MOWAG-SISU "Gallen-Kallela" MRAP and Logistical series partnership announced.
##"Trade Confederation Supreme Leader Gamon and Prime Minister Sanna Marin of Finland reveal details of Gallen-Kallela MRAP and logistical series vehicles."
The Trading Times | Issued on 2027 - 12:00 | Graz, Trade Confederation
GRAZ - Details of a long-term defense cooperation arrangement have been revealed by the Trade Confederation and Finland (not revealing specifics), as part of an ongoing effort to strengthen the ability to conduct in Armed Neutrality to which both the Trade Confederation and Finland hold as core policies.
With this in mind, a previously agreed upon partnership between MOWAG and SISU has now been confirmed as part of a broader development project to create an update-package for a line of logistical/utility/MRAP styled vehicles for use by the large conscript/militia forces of the Trade Confederation and Finland.
Titled the Gallen-Kallela MRAP and Logistical Series, it includes additional partnerships with STEYR and other important defense companies based in the Trade Confederation. The vehicles themselves have been designed for cost-effectiveness, capability, and protection in mind. The first vehicle to be revealed is a new MRAP to be mass-produced for the milita/conscript forces, advertising decent protection at a much lower cost than the traditional MOWAG Eagle or SISU 4x4 which is common.
- Gallen-Kallela MRAP
- CONCEPT ART Mk.1 (Cheap version)
- CONCEPT ART Mk.2 (Mid-range version)
- CONCEPT ART Mk.3 (Troop Carrier version)
- Description: The Gallen-Kallela MRAP first in series is designed as an inexpensive, lightly armored vehicle capable of STANAG 4569 rating while not breaking the bank and keeping high mobility. The vehicle is heavily inspired by the SISU GTP which never left testing, as a raised mine-res
