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The Saab 39 Gripen, often called the JAS 39 Gripen, is a highly capable multirole fighter aircraft renowned for its exceptional maneuverability, advanced avionics, and cost-efficient operation. Since its first flight in 1988 and subsequent introduction into service in 1996, Gripen has become the cornerstone of the Swedish Air Force and has since been adopted by several other nations around the world.
The LT vz.38 was a light tank originally from Czechoslovakia and built by Škoda and ČKD. A total of at least 6,919 examples were built, including pre-war and licensed models in every imaginable configuration. Following the German occupation of Czechoslovakia in 1939, the German Reich captured plans, production equipment, and some examples of the LT vz.38 that had not yet been deployed in the Czech army and renamed them the Pz. 38(t). Later, a licensed version, along with some examples, was sold to Sweden, who renamed it the Stridsvagn m/41 and slightly modified it. The Pz. 38(t) was used by Germany throughout World War II and also influenced several other tank designs, including the German E-series.
The Stridsvagn 103 (Strv 103), also referred to as the S-tank or Stridsvagn S, was a Swedish MBT manufactured by Bofors AB. It was in service during the Cold War, at a time where tank technology was rapidly advancing. The tank is instantly recognizable by its flat, turretless profile, and is frequently referred to as a cheese wedge or doorstop.
The SAV 20.12.48 is a Swedish tank destroyer at rank III, featuring a 120mm automatic cannon. This large-caliber cannon has an incredible reload speed of only 1.2 seconds, making this tank very unique. Not only does this cannon reload quickly, but the APCBC round holds 890g of explosive filler, (for reference the Jagdtiger’s best APCBC round holds 786g), making this APCBC act almost like a HE. The amazing firepower isn’t the only thing the SAV boasts though, it also features great maneuverability, and when paired with its firepower, this tank becomes the ultimate flanker.
The CV 90105 TML was a conceptualized light tank that resulted from a cooperation between Hägglunds and GIAT on the basis of the CV 90 platform while using various already existing components. The vehicle was showcased at Eurosatory in 1994 and was meant to show the multirole usage and capabilities of the CV 90 chassis. The vehicle underwent in-depth testing, but ultimately no country ever showed interest in the tank, and the project was abandoned.
The SAAB 29, commonly known as the "Flygande Tunnan" or "Flying Barrel", was Sweden's first mass-produced jet fighter. Developed in the aftermath of World War II as Europe's first swept-wing jet fighter, its remarkable performance, adaptability, and family of variants extended its operational life from the early 1950s into the late 1970s, and propelled Sweden to the forefront of jet fighter development in the years to come.
The Combat Vehicle 90120 is a Swedish light tank built on the CV 90 chassis, combining high mobility with formidable firepower. Designed to offer a cost-effective alternative to main battle tanks, it features a powerful 120mm gun and advanced systems to enhance battlefield performance.
The JA37C “Viggen” is a Swedish indigenous fighter developed from the successful AJ37, first seeing operational service in 1980. Designed to replace the J35 Draken as Sweden’s primary air defense fighter, the Viggen was capable of many unique things, such as being able to operate from extremely short runways with its short takeoff run and thrust reversers for landing. A unique canard design, the Viggen served the Swedish Air Force well, being retired in 2007 after handing over its job to the JAS 39 Gripen.
The Swedish AJ37 Viggen is a strike aircraft boasting a deadly armament of missiles and guns, combined with an extremely powerful engine. In the hands of a good pilot, it can cause chaos on the ground forces below. It is a huge upgrade from the previous strike aircraft in the Swedish tech tree, the A32A Lansen, with much better capabilities including its weaponry, radar, RWR, and more.
The J 35A Draken is a second-generation Swedish jet fighter that was manufactured by SAAB from 1955 until 1974. This legendary aircraft had its maiden flight in 1955 and was designed to replace the aging J 29 Tunnan and J 32 Lansen as an all-weather fighter-interceptor. Further, the Draken was the first West European jet fighter to breach the sound barrier and is well known for its very unique looks and shape. In War Thunder, this unique aircraft is a premium jet fighter that used to be in the Swedish air tree but has since been removed to only appear on special occasions. It was introduced with the update “Direct Hit”.
