Latvian industry starts production of Patria 6×6 armored personnel carriers for Ukraine

The Ukrainian ambassador to Latvia was presented the production of the first batch of Patria 6×6 armored personnel carriers intended for the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

The Embassy of Ukraine in Latvia reported on this.

It is noted that on February 3, Ambassador of Ukraine to Latvia Anatoliy Kutsevol paid a working visit to the city of Valmiera, where he met with Mayor Janis Baiks, MP and chairman of the group for promoting cooperation with the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Janis Skrastins, and executive director of the Defense Partnership of Latvia LLC.

During the visit, the Ambassador familiarized himself with the production of the first batch of Patria 6×6 armored personnel carriers.

Back in early September, it was reported that the Latvian government was preparing military assistance to Ukraine for 2025, which includes the supply of Patria armored personnel carriers, drones, and training for soldiers.

The exact number of combat vehicles planned for delivery is currently unknown.

It can be assumed that the production of armored personnel carriers for the Ukrainian Defense Forces is part of an additional order for armored personnel carriers that Patria received in November.

Therefore, it is likely that Ukraine will receive the combat vehicles in the command-and-control version.

The additional order is part of the international Common Armored Vehicle System (CAVS) program, which currently involves Finland, Latvia, Sweden, and Germany.

The purchase of Patria armored personnel carriers under the CAVS program is partially funded by the European Union.

Patria 6×6

The Patria 6×6 is a modern multi-purpose armored personnel carrier developed by the Finnish company Patria.

Thanks to a powerful engine and independent suspension of each wheel, the armored vehicle is able to overcome rough terrain, water obstacles, and move at high speeds on the highway.

The combat vehicle can reach speeds of up to 100 km/h on roads and has a range of up to 700 km.

The crew is protected by modern armor that meets STANAG 4569 standards and can withstand small arms fire, shell fragments and mine explosions. In addition, the armored personnel carrier can be equipped with additional mounted protection.

The Patria 6×6 has a roomy landing compartment that can accommodate up to ten soldiers.

Due to its flexible modular design, it can be equipped with various types of weapons, including 12.7 mm machine guns, grenade launchers, or combat modules with heavy weapons.