Research and Markets: Global Small Arms Market 2014-2018 with BAE Systems, Heckler & Koch & Smith & Wesson Dominating

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/6rvrf8/global_small_arms) has announced the addition of the "Global Small Arms Market 2014-2018" report to their offering.

The Global Small Arms market to grow at a CAGR of 2.21% over the period 2013-2018

There is no standard definition for small arms. However, in general the terms 'small arms' and 'light weapons' are used for weapons of this category. These are in general small and light weight weapon that can be operated by one person. They usually include revolvers, pistols, rifles, submachine guns, light machine guns, heavy machine guns, grenade launchers, portable anti-aircraft guns, portable anti-tank guns and mortars.

Development in small arms technology is one of the key trends that provide options suited for the emerging requirements of small arms use. There are programs, such as LSAT, which aim to significantly reduce the weight of small arms and their ammunition. LSAT is the US military's project to replace existing small arms in the US.

According to the report, one of the major drivers of the Global Small Arms market is the ease of availability of small arms and light weapons globally. Along with the rise in crime and violence, small arms used by civilians for self-defense are also increasing. Several countries allow their citizens to legally possess small arms. Small arms and light weapons are also comparatively cheaper to own and, thus, have become the weapon of choice for civilians and law enforcement forces around the world.

Further, the report states that one of the main challenges in the market are the arms control measures that aim for international restriction on the production, circulation, and use of weapons. Also, illicit trafficking of small arms is prevalent globally, which results in illegal circulation of small arms in the black market, and thereby affects the Organized Small Arms market.

Key Vendors

• BAE Systems
• Heckler & Koch
• Smith & Wesson

Key Topics Covered:

1. Executive Summary
2. List of Abbreviations
3. Scope of the Report
4. Market Research Methodology
5. Introduction
6. Market Landscape
7. Market Segmentation by Customers
8. Geographical Segmentation
9. Key Leading Countries
10. Buying Criteria
11. Market Growth Drivers
12. Drivers and their Impact
13. Market Challenges
14. Impact of Drivers and Challenges
15. Market Trends
16. Trends and their Impact
17. Vendor Landscape
18. Key Vendor Analysis

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