The Lithuanian Armed Forces have received the first batch of the Spanish-made EXPAL 120mm mortars, the Defence Ministry said on Tuesday.
“This modern high-quality weaponry marks a significant enhancement to our indirect fire support capabilities,” the ministry wrote on X.
Mobile and versatile, the mortar systems have enhanced firepower and precision to enable the infantry and artillery to respond to tactical demands of indirect fire support operations, according to the ministry.
The mortars purchased by Lithuania have an effective range of up to eight kilometres.
The contract with Spain’s EXPAL Systems, S.A., worth around 9.8 million euros, was signed in the fall of 2022.
All procured mortars are to be delivered to Lithuania by the summer of 2024.
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