List of equipment of the Canadian Army explained

The following is an extensive list of equipment currently in use by the Canadian Army and Primary Reserve. It also includes the land equipment in use by the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command, the Canadian Joint Operations Command, the Royal Canadian Navy, and the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Individual equipment

!Model!Image!Origin!Type!Quantity!Notes
Uniform equipment
CG634Combat helmetCanadian version of the SPECTRA helmet originally produced by GSI/MSA.[1] [2] Standard issue combat helmet of the Canadian Forces.
CM735
Combat helmet16,001[3] Improved variant of the CG634[4] produced by NP Aerospace[5] [6] and Morgan Advanced Materials.[7] [8]
Galvion Batlskin CaimanCombat helmet10,500Selected in March 2023 for the Dismounted Infantry Capability Enhancement (DICE) program. All options exercised in July 2024 for a total of 10,500 helmets and 21,000 helmet covers.[9] [10]
CVCMHVehicle crew helmetCanadian designation Canadian Vehicle Crew Modular Helmet. Modular helmet issued to Canadian Army vehicle crews.[11]
Fragmentation Protective Vest[12] Body armour31,000[13] Commercial name Model 4100.[14] Manufactured by Pacific Safety Systems.[15]
Sniper Body Armour SystemBody armour319Used exclusively by Canadian Forces snipers. Option for an additional 240 systems.[16] System consists of the SBAS External Carrier, SBAS Plate Carrier, and SBAS Ballistic Panel.[17] [18] [19]
Military Police Body ArmourBody armourUsed exclusively by Canadian Forces Military Police.[20]
Tactical VestCarrier rig50,246Manufactured by Fellfab Ltd.[21] [22]
C5 CBRN Low Burden Mask[23] Gas mask77,800[24] Includes 155,600 filter canisters.
C4 CBRN Mask[25] Gas maskUsed C7A filter canisters.
Horizon 1 Chemical Warfare CoverallNBC suit50,000[26] Originally purchased in 2004. Manufactured by Pacific Safety Systems. Due to be replaced.[27] [28]
CADPAT MTCamouflageSelected as new primary camouflage pattern of Canadian Army
Tools and melee weapons
CAN bayonet 2000Bayonet/combat knifeReplaced C7 knife-bayonet after 2004, used with C7A2 and C8A3.[29] [30]
Gerber soldiers' multi-toolMulti-tool53,853[31] Stainless steel multi-tool with pliers, a file, a drop point knife blade, a serrated knife blade, multiple flat-head screwdrivers, a wire cutter, a can opener, a bottle opener, a lanyard, and a metric/imperial ruler.[32]
Gerber multi-toolMulti-toolMatte black stainless steel multi-tool with explosive detonator crimper, locking blades, and a saw blade.
Radios and communications equipment
Rheinmetall Canada Argus Integrated Soldier System suiteNetworked soldier system2,888[33] Each suite includes weapons accessories, radios, a headset, a GPS receiver, and a smartphone running a battle management system. An additional 1,256 systems may be ordered in the future.[34] [35] [36]
Harris Falcon III PRC-152APersonal role radioPurchased in 2014 as part of the Falcon III tactical radio system.[37]
Selex Personal Role Radio
Personal role radio7,200[38] 1,200 originally purchased followed by 6,000 additional units in 2006.[39]
Harris Falcon III PRC-117GManpack radioPurchased in 2014 as part of the Falcon III tactical radio system.
Harris Falcon III RF-7800HManpack radioPurchased in 2014 as part of the Falcon III tactical radio system.
Harris PRC-117F(C)Manpack radio100Originally purchased with satellite antennas in 2005.[40]
Specialized equipment
Allen-Vanguard EOD9Bomb suit[41] [42] [43] [44]
Minelab F3 C AustraliaMine detector600[45] [46]
T-11 Parachute System
Parachute600[47]
CT-2 ParachuteParachute[48]
CT-1 ParachuteParachute[49] [50]
CT-6 Military Freefall ParachuteParachute

Small arms

!Model!Image!Origin!Type!Calibre!Variants!Quantity!Notes
Pistols
FN Browning GP9[51]
Canada
Pistol9x19mm NATO12,738 (2017[52])Manufactured by John Inglis and Company in Toronto in the 1940s.[53] Replaced by SIG Sauer P320 beginning May 2023.[54] [55]
SIG Sauer P225/P6[56]
Pistol9×19mm NATOAcquired in 1991 for the Canadian Forces Military Police,[57] naval boarding parties, aircrews, and general officers.
SIG Sauer P226Pistol9×19mm NATOP226
P228
P229
Used exclusively by CANSOFCOM.
Sig Sauer P320[58] Pistol9×19mm NATOC22
C24
19,700Initially used only by CANSOFCOM.[59] In Oct. 2022, contract awarded for additional P320s to replace the Hi-Power as the general service pistol for the Canadian Armed Forces. Delivery completed in March 2024 of 16,500 new C22 pistols for the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Navy, and Royal Canadian Air Force, and 3,200 more compact C24 pistols for the Military Police Group.[60] [61]
Submachine guns
Heckler & Koch MP5Submachine gun9×19mm NATOMP5-N[62] ----MP5A2
MP5A3
MP5SD
Issued primarily to naval boarding parties and CANSOFCOM.[63] [64]
FN HerstalP90Personal defence weapon5.7x28mm FNUsed exclusively by Joint Task Force 2.[65]
Assault rifles and carbines
Colt Canada C7[66] Assault rifle5.56×45mm NATOC7
C7A1
C7 originally issued in 1984, and C7A1 in 1990.[67]
Colt Canada C7A2Assault rifle5.56×45mm NATOStandard issue assault rifle of the Canadian Forces.[68]
Colt Canada C8Assault rifle/Carbine5.56×45mm NATOC8
C8A1
C8FTHB
C8SFW[69]
C8A3
C8IUR
C8A3 is a mid-life upgrade to earlier C8 models, and is the standard-issue carbine of the Canadian Forces.[70]
Patrol rifles
Colt Canada C19
Bolt-action rifle7.62x51mm NATOLicensed-built version of the Tikka T3. Standard issue rifle of the Canadian Rangers.[71] [72]
Shotguns
Remington 870Pump-action shotgun12-gauge870PTactical shotgun for close-quarters combat and obstacle breaching.[73]
Benelli M3Pump-action/semi-automatic shotgun12-gaugeSuper 90Used exclusively by Joint Task Force 2.
Machine guns
FN/Colt Canada C9
Squad automatic weapon5.56×45mm NATOC9
C9A1
C9A2
Standard issue infantry support weapon.[74] C9A2 mid-life upgrade manufactured by Colt Canada.[75]
FN/Colt Canada C6
General-purpose machine gun7.62×51mm NATOC6
C6A1 FLEX[76]
Standard issue general-purpose machine gun of the Canadian Forces.[77] C6 being phased out for C6A1 FLEX version, with a total of 4,964 being procured.[78]
M2 BrowningHeavy machine gun12.7x99mm NATOM2HB-QCB
GAU-21
Standard issue heavy machine gun.[79] M2HB-QCB and GAU-21 versions in service with Royal Canadian Navy and CANSOFCOM.[80] [81]
Sniper rifles
Colt Canada C7CTDesignated marksman rifle5.56×45mm NATOC7CTC8CTRare rifle issued to sniper teams during the war in Afghanistan. Only a dozen are estimated to have been procured, current status unknown.[82]
Armalite AR-10(T)Designated marksman rifle7.62×51mm NATO18 rifles purchased in 2004.[83] In use as of 2015.
Colt Canada C20 DMRDesignated marksman rifle7.62×51mm NATO272 rifles purchased in November 2020 to replace C8 carbines in Canadian Forces sniper teams. Expected to become standard issue starting in March 2021.[84] [85]
SAKO TRG M10 RifleSniper rifle7.62×51mm NATO,
.338 Lapua Magnum
229 rifles purchased to replace the C14 Timberwolf as the standard-issue medium-range sniper rifle of the Canadian Forces. Designated as the C21 Multi-Caliber Sniper Weapon.[86] [87]
Heckler & Koch PSG-1Designated marksman rifle7.62×51mm NATOUsed exclusively by Joint Task Force 2.
C14 TimberwolfSniper rifle.338 Lapua MagnumCanadian designation C14 Medium Range Sniper Weapon System.[88] Standard issue sniper rifle.[89]
Accuracy International AWSniper rifle7.62×51mm NATOAWPAWP variant used exclusively by Joint Task Force 2.
McMillan TAC-50Anti-material rifle12.7×99mm NATOCanadian designation C15 Long-Range Sniper Weapon.
Barrett M82A1Anti-material rifle12.7×99mm NATOUsed exclusively by Joint Task Force 2.
Portable anti-tank weapons
M72 LAW
Norway
Disposable anti-tank weapon66mmM72A5[90] M72C7[91] Canadian designation M72A5-C1.
AT4Disposable anti-tank weapon84mmUsed exclusively by Joint Task Force 2.
Carl Gustaf 8.4cm recoilless rifleRecoilless rifle84mmM2
M3
M4
M3 version used by Regular Forces, M2 version by Primary Reserve.[92] M4 version in use with CANSOFCOM[93]
ATGMs
Spike IsraelAnti-tank guided missile130mmSpike-LR[94] Procured in 2016 by CANSOFCOM and used in Operation Impact.[95] [96] Further purchase made in 2023 for the Canadian Brigade in Latvia.[97]
BGM-71 TOWAnti-tank guided missile152mmAround 40 with Improved Target Acquisition System (ITAS) currently in service. Estimated 33,000 missiles in storage until 2025.[98]
Grenades and explosives
Diemaco M203A1
Under-barrel grenade launcher40mmVariant of the Colt M203 produced by Colt Canada.[99]
Heckler & Koch GMG
Automatic grenade launcher40mmCanadian designation C16 Close Area Suppression System. License built by Rheinmetall Defence Canada. 304 in service with the Canadian Army.[100]
M67 Grenade
Hand grenade64mmCanadian designation C13 grenade.[101] [102]
C8 Smoke GrenadeSmoke grenadeN/AProduced by General Dynamics Canada.[103]
C19 Defensive Command Detonated Weapon
Command-detonated directional anti-personnel mineN/ACanadian version of the M18 Claymore mine that can only be manually detonated. In use as of 2015.[104]

Vehicles

Armoured fighting vehicles

See Tanks of Canada for additional details and discussion.

!Model!Image!Origin!Type!Quantity!Notes
Main battle tank20 20 Leopard 2A6M were leased from Germany in December 2007. The tanks were permanently transferred to Canadian service when tanks purchased from the Netherlands were transferred to Germany in exchange.[105] [106]
Leopard 2A4/2A4MMain battle tank 54 100 Leopard 2A4s originally purchased from the Netherlands in 2007. 20 were upgraded to Leopard 2A7 configuration and transferred to Germany in exchange for the 2A6Ms. 20 upgraded to 2A4M CAN version with extra belly armour for mine protection, additional modular armour and other enhancements.[107] 42 tanks have been retained for training.[108] [109] In January, 2023 4 Leopard 2A4s were donated to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, and a second batch of 4 was donated in February 2023, for a total of 8 tanks, reducing the number of Leopard 2A4s in Canadian service to 54.[110]
TLAV1351,143 M113A2s originally purchased in the 1960s. 289 upgraded in the 1990s to M113A3 standard under the Armoured Personnel Carrier Life Extension (APCLE) Program and designated Tracked Light Armoured Vehicle (TLAV).[111] [112] Only 135 in service as of 2015. Includes 33 M577A3 Command Post vehicles.[113] To be replaced by the LAV ACSV between 2020 and 2025.[114]
BisonArmoured personnel carrier 198[115] 199 originally purchased in 1990, with 198 re-built and re-roled from 2004 to 2010.[116] Configurations include Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence (82), Ambulance (32), Maintenance and Recovery (32), Mobile Repair Team (32), Electronic Warfare (16), and Nuclear Biological Chemical Defence (4).[117] To be replaced by the LAV ACSV between 2020 and 2025.
Coyote85Replaced the Lynx reconnaissance vehicle. 203 originally purchased, with only 85 in service as of September 2016. To be replaced by 66 upgraded LAV 6.0 LRSS in 2021.[118] [119]
LAV 6.0616 651 LAV III originally purchased. 550 upgraded to LAV 6.0 standard under the LAV UP program in 2019. Configurations consist of 278 Infantry Section Carrier (ISC), 181 Command Post Vehicle (CPV), 47 Observation Post Vehicle (OPV), and 44 Engineer LAV (ELAV).[120] Additional 66 vehicles are being upgraded to LAV 6.0 standard under the LAV Recce Surveillance System (LRSS) program by 2020.[121] [122] [123]
LAV ACSV Super BisonInfantry support vehicle 360 on order[124] Replacement for M113 and Bison vehicles. Order placed with General Dynamics Canada in August 2019.[125] Configurations consist of 41 Troop Cargo Vehicle (TCV), 49 Ambulance, 97 Command Post Vehicle, 19 Engineer Vehicle, 18 Electronic Warfare Vehicle, 54 Maintenance Recovery Vehicle, 70 Mobile Repair Team, and 13 Fitter/Cargo Vehicle. First vehicles to be delivered in 2021.[126]
TAPVArmoured patrol vehicle500 193 in Reconnaissance configuration, and 307 in General Utility configuration. A total of 364 are equipped with Protector RWS.[127] Used for reconnaissance, troop transport, command & control, VIP transport, patrolling, and military police duties.[128] [129]

Engineering vehicles and equipment

!Model!Image!Origin!Type!Quantity!Notes
ARV 3 M[130] Armoured recovery vehicle11 Converted by Rheinmetall Canada from Leopard 2A4s purchased from Switzerland in 2010. Initial contract for 8 vehicles was awarded in November 2011 and extended to a further 4 vehicles in 2012.[131] [132] A Leopard 2-based ARV was donated to the Ukrainian Armed Forces in 2023, reducing the number in Canadian service to 11.
WISENT 2Armoured engineer vehicle18 Converted from Leopard 2A4s purchased from the Netherlands in 2007. FFG Canada was awarded a contract for the conversion in May 2012.[133]
ARV TaurusArmoured recovery vehicle 8(?) Uses Leopard 1 chassis.[134] Only 8 remained in service in 2015.[135] All were due to be phased out by 2018. Current status unknown.
Cougar H JERRV
Armoured engineer vehicle740 originally purchased as part of the Expedient Route Opening Capability set of vehicles.[136] [137] Remaining vehicles upgraded with WOLF IED Detect & Defeat system after 2017.
Buffalo A2
Mine clearing system519 originally purchased. Part of the Expedient Route Opening Capability set of vehicles.[138]
HuskyMine clearing system5Part of the Expedient Route Opening Capability set of vehicles.[139]
Galion 850 series[140] Road graderN/A To be replaced under the Common Heavy Equipment Replacement (CHER) project which aims to replace 18 classes of construction and material-handling platforms, and will be procured in eight different bundles of certain types (bulldozers, graders, excavators, backhoes, compactors, trailers, container handlers and forklifts). Among the mandatory requirements will be ballistic and blast protection.[141]
Krupp KMK 2025[142] Crane20[143] Militarized vehicles originally purchased in 1992.To be replaced under the Common Heavy Equipment Replacement (CHER) project.
JCB JS130Tracked excavator6[144] To be replaced under the Common Heavy Equipment Replacement (CHER) project.
JCB 220XTracked excavator2To be replaced under the Common Heavy Equipment Replacement (CHER) project.
Arva Industries MPEVFront-end loader/Backhoe loader27[145] Canadian designation Multi-Purpose Engineering Vehicle. Can be equipped with Armet armoured cab kit.[146] To be replaced under the Common Heavy Equipment Replacement (CHER) project.
Felix Technologies Compact Tracked LoaderCompact tracked loader1[147] To be replaced under the Common Heavy Equipment Replacement (CHER) project.
Medium Floating Bridge/Medium Floating Raft[148] Ribbon floating bridgeN/APurchased in early 1980s.[149] Includes Boat, Bridge Erection (BBE) engineering boat, and can be configured as a floating bridge or ferry.[150] Used as a support bridge.[151] To be replaced under the Bridge and Gap Crossing Modernization (BGCM) project which will deliver six capabilities: Short, medium, and long support bridges; heavy assault bridges; line-of-communication bridges; and heavy floating bridges.[152]
WFEL Medium Girder BridgeMedium girder bridgeN/AUsed as a support bridge.To be replaced under the Bridge and Gap Crossing Modernization (BGCM) project.
ACROW 700XS Bridge[153] [154] Bailey bridgeN/AUsed as a Line of Communication (LoC) bridge.To be replaced under the Bridge and Gap Crossing Modernization (BGCM) project.

Utility vehicles

!Model!Image!Origin!Type!Quantity!Notes
M-Gator[155] Light utility vehicle/All-terrain vehicle48Used by the Canadian Army and Royal Canadian Air Force.
MRZR-DLight utility vehicle/All-terrain vehicle36[156] Includes 12 tactical trailers,[157] these vehicles are used by light infantry battalions.[158] Purchased as a "buy and try" (trial) platform to help determine requirements for the Tactical Mobility Platform (TMP) project which aims to procure between 300 and 330 ultra-light tactical mobility platforms, with 210 to 230 being tactical variants, and 90 to 100 being cargo variants. The TMP should be capable of transporting enough equipment, including weapons, ammunition and water to sustain soldiers for 48 to 72 hours.[159]
DAGORLight utility vehicle62[160] Canadian designation Ultra Light Combat Vehicle. All purchased in 2017 and 2018. Used exclusively by CANSOFCOM.[161]
HMMWVLight utility vehicleN/AIncludes M1113 SOV and Up-Armored variants.[162] [163] Life extended until 2024.[164] Used exclusively by CANSOFCOM.[165]
ASUVSport utility vehicle27Up-armoured variant of Toyota Land Cruiser 200. Canadian designation Armoured Sport Utility Vehicle. Used exclusively by CJOC.[166]
LUVW MilCOTSLight utility vehicle1,061Replaced the Bombardier Iltis. Militarized Commercial Off-The-Shelf configuration based on the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD - 2003 Basic model 861 (GM K25943HD). Colloquially known as the "Milverado." For use in a non-hostile environment.[167] The Light Utility Vehicle program seeks to replace both the Silverado and G-Wagen with vehicles possessing built-in or bolt-on armour protection from IEDs and small arms fire.[168]
LUVW SMPLight utility vehicle1,159[169] Replaced the Bombardier Iltis. Based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon.[170] Includes 170 armour kits. The Light Utility Vehicle program seeks to replace both the Silverado and G-Wagen with vehicles possessing built-in or bolt-on armour protection from IEDs and small arms fire.
Bv206[171] Tracked utility vehicle14First used in combat during Operation Anaconda in March, 2002. 78 originally purchased.[172] 14 rebuilt in late 2000s and expected to last into early 2020s.Will be replaced under the Domestic Arctic Mobility Enhancement project, a purchase of around 100 vehicles is expected, and potential candidates include the ST Kinetics Bronco 3 and the BAE Systems Hägglunds BvS 10 Beowulf.[173]
Infantry Squad Vehicle United StatesLight utility vehicle90[174] Described as Light Tactical Vehicles, 90 vehicles with an option for a further 18 were purchased from GM Defense under Phase 1 of the Canadian Army's Light Forces Enhancement (LFE) Project. The Canadian brigade in Latvia will receive 36 cargo and 54 personnel variants of the vehicle by October 2024. Phase 2 of the project for up to 222 Tactical Mobility Platforms may see a different vehicle purchased.[175] [176]

Logistics vehicles

!Model!Image!Origin!Type!Quantity!Notes
LSVWLight support vehicle1,333Based on Iveco model 40.10 with trailer units. 2,879 originally procured.[177] [178] To be replaced under the Logistics Vehicle Modernization program, the Light Support Vehicle Wheeled (LSVW) will be replaced with new light trucks and trailers of a 4 to 5 tonne cargo capacity, modules to mount on the trucks and trailers that will provide accommodation space to conduct various tasks (such as office space and workshops), and an armoured protection kit for the cab.[179]
MSVS MilCOTSMedium logistics vehicle1,300Replaced all MLVW from 2009, with final vehicles delivered in 2011. There are 6 variants, 4 with the extended cab (A) 895 - 21’ cargo w/ seat & tarp; (B) 128 - 21’ cargo w/ cage; (C) 32 - 16’ deck w/ cargo crane; (D) 100 - 21’ flatbed; and 2 variants with 9 man cab (E) 94 - 13’ artillery w/ tarp; (F) 51 - 10’ deck w/ auger.[180] [181] [182] These vehicles are intended for domestic, peacetime use by the Canadian Army Primary Reserve.[183]
MSVS SMPMedium logistics vehicle1,5871,587 trucks based on the Kerax 8x8 platform ordered in 2015 from Mack Trucks Defense. All vehicles are designated as MSVS Standard Military Pattern with either the armored cab or the soft cab. Due to be delivered by Fall 2020.[184] [185] Configurations include Troop Carrying Cargo Vehicle (603), Load Handling System Vehicle (742), Material Handling Crane Vehicle (50), Mobile Repair Team Vehicle (155), and Gun Tractor (37).[186] Main production in France by Renault Trucks (Marolles-en-Hurepoix), shipped to Canada for final integration.[187]
HLVWHeavy logistics vehicle591Based on Steyr 1491 Percheron truck chassis and built under license by Urban Transportation Development Corporation. 1,212 originally purchased.[188] To be replaced under the Logistics Vehicle Modernization program, the Heavy Logistics Vehicle Wheeled (HSVW) fleets will be replaced with a new heavy truck and trailer with a 16.5 tonne cargo capacity, trailers for engineer construction equipment and to transport a main battle tank, modules for accommodation and specialized cargo (such as fuel) and an armoured protection kit for the cab.
AHSVSArmoured Heavy Support Vehicle Systems86Includes 12 tank transports and 5 heavy recovery vehicles.[189] Option for additional 26.[190] To be replaced under the Logistics Vehicle Modernization program, the Heavy Logistics Vehicle Wheeled (HSVW) fleets will be replaced with a new heavy truck. A variant of the new heavy truck capable of pulling 72,000 kg (a main battle tank) and an armoured protection kit for the cab will be acquired.
Western Star 4900 series[191] Heavy engineer support vehicles59Used to transport Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit (Advanced Double-pass Portable Reverse-Osmosis Water Purification Unit).[192] To be replaced under the Logistics Vehicle Modernization program, the Heavy Logistics Vehicle Wheeled (HSVW) fleets will be replaced with a new heavy truck with trailers for engineer construction equipment, modules for specialized cargo (such as fuel) and an armoured protection kit for the cab.
Mercedes-Benz ZetrosLight/Heavy logistics vehicles1,500[193] To replace various light and heavy vehicle fleets under the Logistics Vehicle Modernization program. Contract awarded to General Dynamics Land Systems Canada in May 2024 for a Zetros-based platform. Approximately 1,000 light (4x4) and 500 heavy (8x8) trucks, as well as associated equipment such as armoured protection kits, modules, containers, and trailers are to be delivered beginning in fall 2024.[194] [195]

Unmanned ground systems

!Model!Image!Origin!Type!Quantity!Notes
ROMECSRemotely-operated Mine clearance system4Canadian designation Remotely Operated Mechanical Explosive Clearance System.[196] Replaced Aardvark JFSU, 4 in service as of 2015.
MATSRemotely-operated CBRN reconnaissance system4Canadian designation Multi-Agent Tactical Sentry. All vehicles plus 4 control stations and 2 command post systems originally delivered in 2004, and upgraded in 2013.[197] Used exclusively by the Canadian Joint Incident Response Unit.[198]
Telerob tEODorEOD robot25[199] Largest EOD robot in Canadian Army service, to remain in service until around 2030.[200] [201]
Allen-Vanguard MkIIIEOD robotN/AMid-sized EOD robot.[202]
ECA Cobra Mk2 FranceEOD robot20[203] Mini-sized EOD robot, due to be retired after 2025.
ECA CAMELEON LG FranceEOD robot9Small EOD robot. 9 originally purchased, with an option for 4 more.[204]
Nexter NERVA-LG FranceMulti-purpose robot9[205] Multi-purpose robot capable of changing roles depending on the installed modules.
Nexter NERVA-XX FranceMulti-purpose robot79Multi-purpose robot capable of changing roles depending on the installed modules.
iRobot SROVCBRN reconnaissance robot20Canadian designation Small Remotely Operated Vehicles.[206]

Unmanned aerial systems

ModelImageOriginTypeQuantityNotes
RQ-21 BlackjackUnmanned aerial vehicle 10[207] Canadian designation CU-172 Blackjack.[208] 1 system with 5 aircraft acquired in 2016.[209] A second system with 5 aircraft ordered in 2019 for delivery in summer 2022.[210] The DND was also the first international customer for the UAS.[211]
RQ-11B RavenUnmanned aerial vehicle15[212] Canadian designation CU-179 Raven-B.[213]
Black Hornet 3 NorwayMicro unmanned aerial vehicle3Trial systems used by the Canadian contingent of the Latvian NATO enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group as part of Operation REASSURANCE.[214]

Aircraft

All Canadian Forces aircraft, except for small unmanned aerial vehicles, fall under the command of the Royal Canadian Air Force.[215] [216]

Sensors

Radars

!Model!Image!Origin!Type!Quantity!Notes
EL/M-2084 STAR Israel3D AESA multi-function radar10[217] Canadian designation AN/MPQ-504 Medium Range Radar. Trailer-mounted multi-function radar used for counter-battery and air surveillance roles. Operated by the 4th Artillery Regiment (General Support).[218]
AN/TPQ-49 LCMRCounter-battery radarN/ACanadian designation Lightweight Counter Mortar Radar.[219] Purchased in 2007 from the United States Army via Foreign Military Sales.[220] [221]
AN/PPS-5C MSTAR
Surface surveillance radar200[222] Canadian designation Man-portable Surveillance and Target Acquisition Radar. 200 MSTAR Version 3 systems originally purchased in 2004, with 100 to be upgraded to Version 4.[223] Version 3 currently deployed on the Coyote Reconnaissance Vehicle. Version 6 to be integrated on the LAV 6.0 under the LAV Reconnaissance Surveillance Systems project.

Passive sensors

ModelImageOriginTypeQuantityNotes
HALO Acoustic Weapon Locating SystemAcoustic artillery sensorN/ACanadian designation Weapon Locating Sensor Acoustic Sensor. Entered service in 2010.[224]
Persistent Surveillance SystemElectro-optical surveillance system8Includes aerostat-mounted electro-optical surveillance system and tower-mounted electro-optical/radar surveillance system.[225] [226]

Artillery and air defence

Field artillery

ModelImageOriginTypeCalibreQuantityNotes
Mortar81mm100Systems currently being reassigned from the Royal Canadian Artillery to Regular Force and Primary Reserve infantry battalions.[227]
Howitzer105mm98Upgraded C1 Howitzer, a Canadian built version of the American M101 howitzer.[228] Used as training guns, and to support Parks Canada in clearing avalanches.[229]
Howitzer105mm28The LG1 was upgraded to the Mark II standard in 2005 to increase reliability and lifespan.
Howitzer155mm33XM982 Excalibur 155mm artillery shells purchased for use with the M777.[230] Four of original 37 guns were donated to Ukraine but will be replenished.[231]

Air defence systems

!!Image!Origin!Type!Calibre!Quantity!Notes
RBS 70 NGMan-portable surface-to-air missile106mmContract awarded to Saab in Feb. 2024 for an unspecified number of systems. Canadian troops in Latvian NATO battle group will receive first systems later in 2024.[232] [233]
Falcon ShieldCounter unmanned air systemPart of counter-UAS suite acquired for Canadian forces in Latvia in Feb. 2024. Contract awarded to Leonardo UK Ltd. for unspecified number of fixed-site systems. IOC expected later in 2024.[234]
ORION-H9Counter unmanned air systemPart of counter-UAS suite acquired for Canadian forces in Latvia in Feb. 2024. Contract awarded to TRD Systems for unspecified number of dismounted directional systems. IOC expected later in 2024.[235]
CACI BEAM 3.0Counter unmanned air systemPart of counter-UAS suite acquired for Canadian forces in Latvia in Feb. 2024. Contract awarded to CACI Inc. for unspecified number of omni-directional systems. IOC expected later in 2024.

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