Sweden and Denmark have announced that they will supply Ukraine with TRIDON Mk2 air defense systems, with delivery expected within a year.
The information was confirmed by Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonsson.
According to Jonsson, the packages will include not only the system units, but also detection and control means, spare parts and ammunition, ensuring operational readiness upon arrival at the theater of operations.
The systems will be delivered to Ukraine within 12 months and include advanced sensors, command systems, spare parts and ammunition. Financing is secured through Sweden’s military support packages 18, 19 and 20, alongside Denmark’s additional contribution. (3/3)
— Pål Jonson (@PlJonson) February 3, 2026
Funding and schedule
The acquisition is being made possible under the 18th, 19th and 20th support packages of the Swedish Armed Forces. In total, Sweden allocated SEK 2.1 billion (around US$190 million) to finance the purchase of TRIDON Mk2 systems.
At the same time, Denmark decided to expand its order with the acquisition of additional TRIDON cannons and retrofit kits, in an investment of SEK 480 million (approximately US$43 million). The amount is equivalent to the cost of weapons needed to equip an anti-aircraft battalion.
The systems are already in the production phase, with a project adapted to Ukrainian operational needs. The first units are expected to arrive in Ukraine a few months after the official request.
TRIDON Mk2: technical characteristics
Developed by BAE Systems, the TRIDON Mk2 is a cannon-based short-range air defense system, equipped with the 40 mm Bofors 40 Mk.4, with a 100-round feed system.
The unit is mounted on a Scania civil truck in a 6×6 configuration, which ensures high mobility, quick deployment and ease of movement on public roads.
The TRIDON Mk2 is capable of engaging aerial targets at distances of up to 13 km. The use of Bofors 3P programmable ammunition allows it to engage drones, cruise missiles and helicopters with high precision, creating a cloud of fragments directly in front of the target to maximize the probability of destruction.
With the joint initiative, Sweden and Denmark expand European support for Ukrainian air defense, reinforcing the ability to protect against low and medium altitude aerial threats.
Source and images: Pål Jonson – X @PlJonson | BAE Systems. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
