SIG SAUER is honored to announce that its P320 pistol has been officially selected as the new service sidearm for the Swiss Armed Forces. This decision is a central part of the military’s New Generation Project, underscoring a forward-looking commitment to equipping its personnel with the most advanced and reliable tools available.
The selection followed a rigorous competitive tender managed by Armasuisse, Switzerland’s federal procurement agency. The process involved exhaustive technical evaluations and field trials that heavily prioritized direct soldier feedback, with paramount importance placed on safety, dependability, and overall performance. SIG SAUER is deeply gratified by this validation, which confirms that the P320 meets the exceptionally high standards of quality and precision demanded by the Swiss Armed Forces.
Armasuisse sought a modern pistol platform characterized by superior ergonomics, inherent modularity, and the proven durability to fulfill a 30-year service life. The P320 excels in these areas. Its innovative modular design allows the grip frame to be easily sized to fit individual soldiers, ensuring comfort and control for a diverse force of citizen-soldiers. Furthermore, the platform readily accepts a wide array of optics, lights, and other mission-specific accessories, ensuring adaptability for future needs without replacing the core system.
The P320’s selection by Switzerland reinforces its proven global track record. It is already the standard sidearm for several allied nations, including the United States, Denmark, Canada, and Australia, where it consistently meets the stringent demands of modern military service. Its reputation for outstanding accuracy and unwavering reliability under all conditions makes it ideally suited for the dynamic and varied roles within the Swiss Armed Forces.
SIG SAUER takes great pride in this achievement by its Swiss-based entity, SIG SAUER AG. This contract not only signifies a prestigious partnership with the Swiss military but also supports the expansion of manufacturing capabilities within Switzerland, ensuring dedicated production and long-term support for this critical national defense asset.
