Erikoiskalusto

Erikoiskalusto is a Finnish term that refers to equipment designed for tasks requiring enhanced capability beyond standard field gear. It encompasses specialized tools, weapons, vehicles, and support systems used by military forces, police special units, border guards, rescue services, and security contractors. The focus is on gear that enables operations in high-risk, time-critical, or technically demanding environments, such as counter-terrorism, surveillance, or explosive ordnance disposal.

Typical components include protective equipment (ballistic helmets, body armor, and shields), specialized weapons or aim-down-sight systems, armored or tactical transport vehicles, breaching and entry tools, and mobility devices. Surveillance and reconnaissance equipment such as night vision, thermal imaging, long-range optics, and sensors are common. Communications gear (encrypted radios, secure data links), unmanned systems (drones, robots), and field medical kits are also part of erikoiskalusto.

Procurement and regulation: erikoiskalusto is subject to strict national controls. Purchases are usually handled by official defense or police procurement bodies, with licenses required for export and cross-border transfer. Training, risk assessment, and authorization are typically required for operators.

Because the term covers a wide range of gear, the exact composition of erikoiskalusto varies by organization and mission. It is distinct from standard issue equipment designed for routine operations and reflects the demand for mission-specific tools in modern security and emergency-response contexts.