The Light Weapons Market Overview 2025 report reveals that the market size has grown significantly over the past few years, with projections indicating further expansion.
What are the Historical Growth Trends in the Light Weapons Market?
The Light Weapons Global Market Report 2025 has exhibited a strong upward trend historically. The market rose from $13 billion in 2024 to $14.18 billion in 2025, recording a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%.
What are the 2025 Market Projections: Forecasted Size & Growth Rate for the Light Weapons Industry?
The Light Weapons Global Market Report 2025 predicts that by 2029, the market size for light weapons will increase to $19.48 billion, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%.
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What are the Key Growth Drivers Fueling the Light Weapons Market?
The key drivers in the light weapons market are:
• Rising utilization of unmanned aerial systems (UAS)
• Increasing biosecurity threats
• Amplifying chemical and biological protection threats
• Growing demilitarization initiatives
Global Market Segmentation: Identifying Major Light Weapons Industry Segments
The light weapons market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: HMG, Light Cannon, MANPAT, Mortar, MANPAD, Grenades, Missiles, Launcher, ATW, Landmine
2) By Application: Defense, Homeland Security
3) By Technology: Guided, Unguided
4) By Materials: Steel, Polymers
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What are the Emerging Trends Shaping the Future of the Light Weapons Market?
The key trends in the aerospace & defense ducting market are:
• Modular weapon systems are becoming a significant emerging trend.
• The utilization of non-lethal weaponry is shaping the future of the market.
• Miniaturization and compact design of light weapons are increasingly trending.
• Integration of electro-optical sights and remote weapon stations is becoming more prevalent.
Who Are the Top Competitors & Leading Players in the Light Weapons Market?
Major companies in the light weapons market are:
• Lockheed Martin Corporation
• Alliant Techsystems Inc.
• Rheinmetall AG
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation
• Thales Group
• BAE Systems plc
• Northrop Grumman Corporation
• General Dynamics Corporation
• FN Herstal Group
• Heckler & Koch GmbH
• Kalashnikov Concern
• SIG Sauer Inc.
• Colt's Manufacturing LLC
• Beretta SpA
• Smith & Wesson Brands Inc.
• Barrett Firearms Manufacturing Inc.
• Taurus Holdings LLC
• Savage Arms
• Steyr Arms
• IWI Ltd.
• Springfield Armory Inc.
• Ceská zbrojovka AS
• Mauser Jagdwaffen GmbH
• Radom LLC
• Serbska Fabrika Automobila
• Arsenal Inc.
• Zastava Arms
• China North Industries Group Corporation Limited.
• HS Produkt d.o.o.
Regional Dominance: Which Area Leads the Global Light Weapons Market?
North America was the largest region in the light weapons market in 2024
