Nordic military equipment - why is it so good? Top 3 equipment in Sweden, Norway, Finland & Denmark

More in depth look at each country:
Finland:    • Finnish Military Equipment - Finnish ...  
Sweden:    • Swedish Military Industry - best in t...  
Norway:    • Norwegian Military Equipment | World ...  
Denmark:    • Danish Military Equipment | How good ...  

Today we're going to look at why the Nordics produce some of the best military equipment and technology in the world. We'll look at a top 3 list of the gear for Sweden, Finland, Norway and Denmark, and then we'll analyse what makes these nations so prone to creating incredible military technology such as the CV90, NASAMS, Archer SPG, Patria Pasi, Black Hornet Nano Drone, Karl Gustaf Anti Tank Gun, NLAW & some of the most advanced missile ships on the market.

JAS 39e fighter jet (Sweden): This fighter jet is known for its flexibility, being able to operate from even gravel roads. It uses a mixture of electronic interference and a small radar signature to avoid detection.

CV90 infantry fighting vehicle (Sweden/Norway): This IFV is highly regarded for its survivability, having been used in various conflicts without significant losses. It is also known for its comfort features like air conditioning and Bluetooth.

Archer self-propelled howitzer (Sweden): This SPG is praised for its rapid reloading and firing capabilities, as well as its accuracy and ability to fire multiple rounds with different trajectories simultaneously.

NASAMS (Norway): This anti-air system is considered one of the most advanced in the world, capable of shooting down a variety of missiles and aircraft. It is also highly mobile, being mounted on a 4x4 vehicle.

Naval Strike Missile (Norway): This long-range missile is known for its advanced features like surface skimming, obstacle avoidance, and mid-air communication between missiles. It is also highly lethal and difficult to intercept.

Skjold corvette (Norway): This combat vessel is one of the fastest in the world, reaching speeds of up to 70 knots. It is armed with deadly Naval Strike missiles and has advanced technology for its time.

Patria AMV infantry fighting vehicle (Finland): This IFV is known for its reliability and amphibious capabilities. It has been used in various conflicts around the world and is operated by multiple countries.

AMOS mortar system (Finland): This turreted mortar system is highly accurate and can fire 12 rounds per minute. It is also known for its rapid deployment and ability to fire multiple rounds simultaneously.

K54 and K98 howitzers (Finland): These howitzers are well-tested and durable, having been used by the Finnish Army for many years. They are also known for their long range and accuracy.
Hornet Nano drone (Norway): This small and lightweight drone is highly maneuverable and can be used for a variety of missions, including surveillance and reconnaissance.

Rocket-assisted 155 mm shells (Norway): These shells have a longer range than most other 155 mm variants, making them a valuable asset for artillery units.

My top 3 list for each nation as follows.
Sweden: JAS39E, CV90 & Archer SPG.
Norway: NASAMS, JSM/NSM Missile & Skjold Corvette
Finland: Patria Pasi, AMOS/NEMO Mortar Turret & K54/98.
Denmark: there's not much to talk about..

To find my video on the Nordics land armies, you can find the link here:
   • Nordic Land Forces | Operational Quan...  
For the navies:    • Nordic Navy | Operational Quantities ...  
For the air forces:    • Nordic Air Force | Operational Quanti...  

For the individual nations equipment and manpower, you can find the links to them here:
Denmark:    • Danish Armed Forces | Operational Qua...  
Sweden:    • Swedish Armed Forces | Operational Qu...  
Norway:    • Norwegian Armed Forces | Operational ...  
Finland:    • Finnish Defence Forces | Operational ...  

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00:00 - 00:44 Intro
00:44 - 03:58 Sweden
03:58 - 07:14 Norway
07:14 - 09:32 Finland
09:32 - 10:08 Denmark
10:08 - 12:08 Why so good?
12:08 - 12:34 Outro
3:51 - 4:17 UAVs
4:17 - 5:47 Personnel
5:47 - 6:48 Upsides
6:48 - 8:28 Downsides
8:28 - 8:50 Outro

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