Multimillion-euro contract: Finland orders Spike guided missiles
The Finnish armed forces have awarded a significant contract to EuroSpike GmbH, a joint venture between Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH, Diehl Defence, and Rafael, to procure Spike antitank guided missiles. This order, valued in the mid-double-digit million-euro range for Rheinmetall, highlights the trust that Finland and other EU and NATO member nations place in EuroSpike GmbH as a reliable supplier.
This contract is a notable achievement for Rheinmetall, reinforcing its position in the defense market and showcasing the relevance of its antitank systems. The German armed forces were among the initial users of the Spike system, specifically a variant known as the Mehrrollenfähiges Leichtes Lenkflugkörpersystem (MELLS). The MELLS, which is operational within the Bundeswehr, is a next-generation guided missile designed for engaging armored targets at impressive ranges of up to 4,000 meters, or even 5,500 meters for certain models.
Rheinmetall’s extensive expertise with the MELLS has allowed the company to integrate this advanced guided missile into various combat vehicles, further enhancing its capability on the battlefield.
