Global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Market 2024 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2030

Global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Market 2024 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2030


There is no universally accepted definition of a "small arm" or of a "light weapon". The Small Arms Survey largely adopts the proposal put forward by the 1997 UN Panel of Governmental Experts (available on www.un.org) which considers portability a defining characteristic. The Panel’s list includes both civilian and military weapons that fire a projectile with the condition that the unit or system may be carried by an individual, a small number of people, or transported by a pack animal or a light vehicle.

The Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) industry can be broken down into several segments, Small Arms and Light Weapons.

Across the world, the major players cover General Dynamics, Beretta S.p.A., Colt’s Manufacturing, Glock Ges. m.b.H., FN Herstal S.A., Heckler & Koch, Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Anschütz, Česká Zbrojovka (CZUB), IMBEL, etc.

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) market size was valued at US$ 20850 million in 2023 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 20290 million by 2030 with a CAGR of -0.4% during review period.

Global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) key players include Sturm, Ruger & Co., NORINCO GROUP, Smith & Wesson, Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), Glock Ges. m.b.H., etc. Global top five manufacturers hold a share about 15%.

North America is the largest market, with a share about 60%, followed by Europe, and Asia-Pacific, both have a share over 30 percent.

In terms of product, Small Arms is the largest segment, with a share nearly 90%. And in terms of application, the largest application is Civilian, followed by Military, Law Enforcement.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2024, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2019-2030

Global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2019-2030

Global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2019-2030

Global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 2019-2024

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW)

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include General Dynamics, Sturm, Ruger & Co., NORINCO GROUP, Smith & Wesson, Glock Ges. m.b.H., FN Herstal, Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), Beretta S.p.A., Colt's Manufacturing, Taurus, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2019-2030, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
Small Arms
Light Weapons

Market segment by Application
Military
Law Enforcement
Civilian

Major players covered
General Dynamics
Sturm, Ruger & Co.
NORINCO GROUP
Smith & Wesson
Glock Ges. m.b.H.
FN Herstal
Ordnance Factory Board (OFB)
Beretta S.p.A.
Colt's Manufacturing
Taurus
IMBEL
Česká Zbrojovka (CZUB)
Heckler & Koch
Israel Weapon Industries (IWI)
Olin Corporation
O.F. Mossberg & Sons
SSS Defence

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW), with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) from 2019 to 2024.

Chapter 3, the Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2019 to 2030.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2019 to 2030.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2019 to 2024.and Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2025 to 2030.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW).

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.


1 Market Overview
2 Manufacturers Profiles
3 Competitive Environment: Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) by Manufacturer
4 Consumption Analysis by Region
5 Market Segment by Type
6 Market Segment by Application
7 North America
8 Europe
9 Asia-Pacific
10 South America
11 Middle East & Africa
12 Market Dynamics
13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix

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