Finland buys Patria 6×6 armoured personnel carriers with Protector remotely operated combat modules

Finland buys 6×6 armoured personnel carriers from Patria.

Here's What We Know

The information was shared by the manufacturer. According to the contract, Finland will receive one pre-production model of the APC and 20 Kongsberg Protector RS4 remote-controlled combat modules. The contract also includes an option for an additional 18 armoured personnel carriers, as well as the cost of equipment, technical support and spare parts. The first deliveries of the weapons will begin in 2026.

Flashback

The Patria 6×6 is a six-wheeled armoured personnel carrier produced by the Finnish company Patria. The APC is primarily designed for troop transport, but it can be configured for other purposes. For example, the platform can be equipped with a swimming system, winch, reinforced armour protection and various weapon systems. The vehicle can be fitted with a 25 or 30 mm direct fire machine gun and 120 mm Patria Nemo mortar turret. The Patria 6×6 can accelerate up to 100 km/h.

Source: Patria