List of equipment of the Irish Army

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Template:Short description Script error: No such module "Sidebar". This is a list of equipment of the Irish Army, the land component of the Irish Defence Forces.

Small arms

Standard issue weapons

Name Origin Type Calibre Image Notes
Handguns
Heckler & Koch USP Script error: No such module "flag". Semi-automatic pistol 9×19mm Parabellum File:First-year H&K USP 9mm (32415150000) modified.png The USP entered service in 2007 as the Defence Force's standard service pistol, replacing the Browning Hi-Power.[1]
Assault rifles & battle rifles
Steyr AUG Script error: No such module "flag". Assault rifle 5.56×45mm NATO File:AUG A1 508mm 04.jpg The Steyr AUG is the Defence Force's standard service rifle. It entered service in 1989 and is in use with all units of the Defence Forces.[2] Operational units are issued an enhanced rifle fitted with an ACOG 4x32 optical sight starting to enter service in late 2014, known as the Model 14 or MOD 14.
Precision rifles
FN FAL Script error: No such module "flag". Designated marksman rifle 7.62×51mm NATO File:FN-FAL belgian noBG.png The FN FAL was previously the standard service rifle for the Defence Forces. Older FAL rifles were upgraded with an adjustable butt stock, Picatinny-style rail hand guard, a bipod, and a Schmidt & Bender sight for use as sniper support weapons.[3] In January 2021, the Defence Forces stated a replacement was being sought.[4]Template:Better source
Accuracy International 92 Script error: No such module "flag". Bolt action sniper rifle 7.62×51mm NATO File:Accuracy International Arctic Warfare - Psg 90 G24.png The AI 92 Sniper Rifle entered Irish Army service in 1992.[2]
Accuracy International AWM Script error: No such module "flag". Bolt action sniper rifle 8.6×70mm (.338 LM) File:L115A3 sniper rifle.jpg The AWM entered service in 2011. The Irish Army version is chambered for the .338 Lapua Magnum round.[3]
Machine guns
FN MAG Script error: No such module "flag". General-purpose machine gun 7.62×51mm NATO File:Irish Defence Forces GPMG (4815975558).jpg The FN MAG entered service in 1964 with the Defence Forces and is in use with all service branches and a number of Army Corps. It is deployed both with bipod or in a sustained fire (SF) role mounted on a tripod by the Infantry. Both the Infantry and Cavalry use the MAG mounted on its armoured vehicles and the Infantry and Artillery use it in the air defense role.[2]
M2 Browning .5 Heavy Machine Gun (HMG) Script error: No such module "flag".
Script error: No such module "flag". 		Heavy machine gun 12.7×99mm NATO

(.50 BMG)

File:Machine gun M2 1.jpg The M2 Heavy Machine Gun entered service in the 1970s. It is in use with all service branches and a number of Army Corps. The Infantry use it in the sustained fire role, air defense role and mounted on its MOWAG APCs. The Artillery use it in the air defense role and the Cavalry use it mounted on its armoured vehicles.[2]
Grenades
Mecar M72 HE Grenade Script error: No such module "flag". Fragmentation hand grenade n/a File:M72 Frag Grenade.jpg
Grenade launchers
Diemaco M203 grenade launcher Script error: No such module "flag". Under-barrel grenade launcher 40×46mm LV File:PEO M203A2 Grenade Launcher.png The M203 is in use with the Defence Forces. It is mounted to the Steyr AUG rifle and employs its own separate sighting and trigger mechanism.[2]
Heckler & Koch GMG Script error: No such module "flag". Automatic grenade launcher 40×53mm HV File:Irish Army Grenade launcher (4109942104).jpg Used fitted to MOWAG APCs and Army Ranger Wing vehicles.
Anti-tank weapons
AT4 Short Range Anti-Armour Weapon (SRAAW) Script error: No such module "flag". Recoilless guns 84mm File:M136 AT4 Light Anti-tank Weapon (7414625190).jpg The AT4 entered service in 1997. The SRAAW is a recoilless, preloaded disposable weapon.[2]
Carl Gustav 84mm Anti-Armour Weapon Script error: No such module "flag". Recoilless rifles 84mm File:M3E1.jpg The Carl Gustav 84mm is a recoilless, breech-loaded anti-armour weapon.[2]
Javelin Anti-tank guided weapon Script error: No such module "flag". ATGM

Anti-tank guided missile

127mm File:FGM-148 Javelin (5160721562).jpg The Javelin is a fire-and-forget anti-armour weapon system and entered service in 2003.[5]

Army Ranger Wing weapons (special forces)

Name Origin Type Calibre Image Notes
Handguns
H&K USP9 Tactical Script error: No such module "flag". Semi-automatic pistol 9×19mm Parabellum File:First-year H&K USP 9mm (32415150000) modified.png [6]
SIG Sauer P226 Script error: No such module "flag".
Script error: No such module "flag". 		Semi-automatic pistol 9×19mm Parabellum File:SIG Sauer P226 neu.jpg [7]
SIG Sauer P228 Script error: No such module "flag".
Script error: No such module "flag". 		Semi-automatic pistol 9×19mm Parabellum File:SIG-P228-p1030033.jpg [6]
FN Five-seveN Script error: No such module "flag". Semi-automatic pistol FN 5.7×28mm File:FiveSeven.cropped.png [6]
Submachine guns
Heckler & Koch MP5 Script error: No such module "flag". Submachine gun 9×19mm Parabellum File:MP5.jpg A3, SD6, F, and K variants [6][7]
FN P90TR Script error: No such module "flag". Submachine gun FN 5.7×28mm File:P90 Official No Bg.png [6]
Assault rifles & battle rifles
Steyr AUG A2 Script error: No such module "flag". Assault rifle 5.56×45mm NATO File:AUG A2 407mm klein 03.jpg ACOG 4×32 optical sights [6]
Steyr AUG A3 Script error: No such module "flag". Assault rifle 5.56×45mm NATO File:Steyr AUG A3.jpg ACOG 4×32 optical sights [6]
Heckler & Koch HK416 Script error: No such module "flag". Assault rifle 5.56×45mm NATO File:HK416N.png [8]
Heckler & Koch HK417 RECCE Script error: No such module "flag". Battle rifle 7.62×51mm NATO File:KWA HK417A2.jpg [6]
Precision rifles
Heckler & Koch HK417 Sniper Script error: No such module "flag". Designated marksman rifle 7.62×51mm NATO File:Combater G27 noBG.png [6]
Accuracy International 92 Script error: No such module "flag". Bolt action sniper rifle 7.62×51mm NATO File:Accuracy International Arctic Warfare - Psg 90 G24.png [6]
Accuracy International AWM Script error: No such module "flag". Bolt action sniper rifle 8.6×70mm (.338 LM) File:L115A3 sniper rifle.jpg [6]
Accuracy International AW50 Script error: No such module "flag". Anti-materiel rifle 12.7×99mm NATO

(.50 BMG)

File:AW50.png [6]
Machine guns
FN Minimi Para Script error: No such module "flag". Light machine gun 5.56×45mm NATO File:FN MINIMI Standard Right.jpg [7]
Shotguns
Benelli M4 Script error: No such module "flag". Pump action shotgun 12 gauge File:Benelli m4 2.jpg [7]

Indirect fire

Mortars

Name Origin Type Calibre Number Image Notes
Denel Vektor M1 60mm Mortar Script error: No such module "flag". Mortar 60mm Entered service in 2003 with the Infantry. It can also be fired in a commando role by removing the bipod and baseplate, and fitting a special small baseplate and attaching sighting unit/handgrip.[2]
Hotchkiss Brandt 81mm Mortar Script error: No such module "flag". Mortar 81mm 84[9] File:Mortier 81 LLR 01.jpg Uses the C2 AI Sight Unit and a Morfire Fire Control Computer.[2]
RUAG M87 120mm Mortar Script error: No such module "flag". Mortar 120mm 24[9] File:The Arty School exercising both a Young Officers course and an Artillery Standard NCO cse Live Firing Day and night shoot 04 (16324294293).jpg Used by Artillery Regiments heavy mortar batteries.

Artillery

Name Origin Type Calibre Number Image Notes
105mm L118 light gun Script error: No such module "flag". Howitzer 105mm 17[9] File:Irish Army 105mm Light Gun Shoot RDF (15) (4110022946).jpg Along with the L119, these are used as the primary artillery support weapon.
105mm L119 light gun Script error: No such module "flag". Howitzer 105mm 6[9] Along with the L118, these are used as the primary artillery support weapon.
Ordnance QF 25-pounder Script error: No such module "flag". Field gun 87.6mm 6 File:25 Pounder Gun.JPG 48 ex-British Mark IIIs acquired in 1949. Withdrawn from the Army in 1981 and from the Reserve in 2009. Used for ceremonial gun salutes only.[10]

Vehicles

Name Origin Type Number Image Notes
Armoured fighting vehicles
Mowag Piranha IIIH[11] Script error: No such module "flag". Armoured personnel carrier
Armoured reconnaissance vehicle 		80[12][13] File:Mowags on Patrol in KFOR (4422990500).jpg
RG-32M Light Tactical Vehicle (LTV)[16][17] Script error: No such module "flag". Light tactical armoured vehicle 27[16] File:Irish Army RG-32M Light Tactical Armoured Vehicle LTAV (4520429843).jpg Armed with pintle-mounted 7.62mm machine gun or Kongsberg Protector RWS with the 12.7mm machine gun or 40mm automatic grenade launcher.
Army Ranger Wing (special forces)
ACMAT VLRA Script error: No such module "flag". Long range special reconnaissance 3[18] File:Irish Army Ranger Wing ACMAT VLRA 1.jpg Used by Army Ranger Wing (ARW) as a 'mothership' to resupply Ford F-350 SRV.
Mowag Eagle Script error: No such module "flag". Light armoured vehicle Leased to the German Army File:Mowag Eagle V.jpg Used by Army Ranger Wing soldiers[19] conducting a field human intelligence role for MINUSMA as part of a German task force.[20]
Ford F350 SRV Script error: No such module "flag". Special reconnaissance vehicle 12[18] File:Irish Army Ranger Wing Ford Special Recon Vehicle in Chad (4109830420).jpg Used by Army Ranger Wing as a special reconnaissance vehicle for long-range reconnaissance patrols. Left hand drive.
General service vehicles
Toyota Landcruiser Template:JAP Off-road vehicle 280 ordered for delivery 2019-2023. [21] Replacing older vehicles.
Toyota Landcruiser /Centigon Fortress 200 Intervention Template:JAP Off-road vehicle Armoured Utility Vehicle. 24 ordered in 2018. 28 in 2020[22][23][24]
Nissan Patrol[25] Template:JAP Off-road vehicle The Defence Forces maintains a small fleet of 'discreet' armoured SUVs for high-risk and IED-threat missions.[26]
Mitsubishi Pajero Template:JAP Off-road vehicle File:Irish Army New Pajero (4184292173).jpg 32 Mitsubishi Pajero vehicles are fitted for radio (FFR) - VHF.[27]
Isuzu D-Max Template:JAP Off-road vehicle
Land Rover Defender Script error: No such module "flag". Off-road vehicle File:Lt Gen Dermot Earley DSM RIP Funeral (4743363678).jpg Field ambulances and funeral gun carriage tractor.
Ford Ranger Script error: No such module "flag". Off-road vehicle. Left hand drive.
Honda NC750X Template:JAP Motorcycle 48 Purchased in 2019 to be used by 2nd Cavalry Squadron to provide a ceremonial escort for the President and other dignitaries.[28][29][30]
Suzuki DR350 Template:JAP Motorcycle [6]
Suzuki DRZ-400 Template:JAP Motorcycle File:Suzuki DRZ 400 S Ejército español.jpg [6]
Yamaha Grizzly 660 Template:JAP ATV / Quad [6]
Troop carrying vehicle
Iveco EuroCargo 4x4[31][32] Script error: No such module "flag". Troop carrying vehicle
Mercedes-Benz 1117 4x4[32] Script error: No such module "flag". Troop carrying vehicle 60 File:Bangladesh Army Mercedes Benz 1117A 4X4 truck (25863170920).jpg
Scania P 370B 4x4[33] Script error: No such module "flag". Troop carrying vehicle 120 ordered for delivery 2020-2023. Replacing older 4x4 troop carriers[34]
Scania R 420 6x6 Script error: No such module "flag". Troop carrying vehicle File:Irish Army - Equipment loading prior to departure to Chad (4109933072).jpg 36 ordered in 2006.[35]
Scania R 420 8x4[35] Script error: No such module "flag". Miscellaneous 2 File:Chad Withdrawal (4584821982).jpg Delivered 2006. One in naval service
EOD Duro II 6x6 Script error: No such module "flag". Tactical military lorry (truck) 6 File:Duro3 MSPO2004.jpg Delivered 2003 [36]
Leyland DAF T244 4x4 Script error: No such module "flag". Artillery gun tractor and troop carrying vehicle 55 File:Irish army truck.jpg
Ford Transit Minibus Script error: No such module "flag". Minibus File:THE EASTER SUNDAY PARADE - THE MAIN EVENT IN DUBLIN (CELEBRATING THE EASTER 1916 RISING)-112857 (25468172653).jpg
Logistics
Iveco Astra M320.42 W BAD 8×8 DROPS Script error: No such module "flag". DROPS truck File:Irish Army Iveco Astra M 320E D Trackway Variant (4703540529).jpg One fitted with an EKALIFT 2500 recovery body.
Scania P124CB 8×8 DROPS[37] Script error: No such module "flag". DROPS truck File:Nordic Battle Group (5187692598).jpg Tender for 20 new DROPS vehicles issued in 2021.[38]
EMPL Template:Ill on Scania truck Script error: No such module "flag". / Script error: No such module "flag". Recovery truck 2 [39]
Explosive Ordnance Disposal
MAN HX60[14] Script error: No such module "flag". Armoured EOD trucks 3 or more File:British Army HX60.JPG Initially Delivered 2011. Two additional ordered 2016.[40]
Aardvark MK4 Script error: No such module "flag". Mine flail File:Aardvark demining vehicle.JPEG
Mowag Duro II Script error: No such module "flag". Explosive ordnance disposal vehicle 6 File:Duro3 MSPO2004.jpg [41]
Ceremonial vehicles
Rolls Royce armoured car Script error: No such module "flag". Armoured car 1 File:Best 57 (9314368154) (2).jpg ARR-2 Sliabh na mBan. The sole remaining example of thirteen vehicles. Was part of the convoy ambushed at Béal na mBláth where General Michael Collins, Commander in Chief of the National Army, was killed during the Irish Civil War.[42][43] Currently used for ceremonial purposes, and also the world's oldest active serving armoured vehicle.[44][45]

Air defence

Name Origin Type Number Image Notes
RBS-70 Missile system Script error: No such module "flag". Man-portable air-defense system 6 File:RBS70.jpg A number of launchers and a simulator were acquired in 1981. Upgraded in 2006 and "more than a dozen" upgraded in 2014 for €4.4 million to include deliveries of improved firing units, new simulators, night vision equipment and associated weapons support.[46] (In total 6 launchers in active service)[47]
Saab GIRAFFE Mk IV Script error: No such module "flag". Short range air surveillance radar 7 File:THE EASTER SUNDAY PARADE - SOME MILITARY HARDWARE USED BY THE IRISH ARMY (CELEBRATING THE EASTER 1916 RISING)-112962 (26046308406).jpg Fitted on Bandvagn 206 vehicles in support of the RBS 70.[48]

Unmanned aerial vehicles

Name Origin Type Number Image Notes
Aeronautics Orbiter UAV Script error: No such module "flag". Miniature UAV 14[49] File:Nordic Battle Group ISTAR Training (5014812226).jpg Used by Artillery Corps. Two systems were acquired in 2006 each system has 3 Orbiter UAVs. Two were destroyed in crashes and one was lost and never recovered. €2m was spent on 12 new UAVs in 2016/17.

Gallery

See also

References

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