Montana Highway Patrol Awards Second Contract to Smith & Wesson for Patrol Weapons

MHP Continues Long-Standing Partnership with American Firearms Manufacturer

The Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) has renewed its commitment to Smith & Wesson firearms by awarding the company a second contract for specialized patrol weapons. This latest agreement expands beyond the troopers' existing M&P9 M2.0 sidearms to include patrol rifles and suppressors for field operations.

Selected Firearms and Equipment Specifications

Under the new contract, Montana state troopers will be equipped with:

Primary Sidearm

• Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 (currently in service)

Patrol Rifle Platform

• Smith & Wesson M&P15 SBR (Short Barreled Rifle)

Suppressor System

• Gemtech Abyss suppressor

Official Statements from Leadership

Montana Highway Patrol Perspective

Major Chan Barry, Operations Commander for the Montana Highway Patrol, emphasized the historical significance of this partnership:

"This year, 2025, marks the 90th anniversary of the founding of the Montana Highway Patrol. For most of those years our Patrolmen, now Troopers, were armed with a Smith & Wesson revolver or pistol. In addition to the Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 that our Troopers carry on their person, we have recently selected Smith & Wesson to replace our aging patrol rifles. We look forward to continuing the excellent relationship we've developed with this American company and truly appreciate the reliability of their firearms and the customer service they provide."

Smith & Wesson Corporate Response

Mark Smith, President & CEO of Smith & Wesson, expressed the company's appreciation for the continued trust:

"Smith & Wesson takes pride in continuing the long-standing tradition of partnership with the Montana State Patrol, which has spanned many decades. Their ongoing use of our products, along with their inherent trust in our brand and after-sales support, stands as the highest form of endorsement. We are honored to serve as the standard patrol rifle and suppressor for the Montana State Patrol and look forward to many more years of this esteemed relationship."

Company Background

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI) maintains its position as a prominent leader in firearm manufacturing and design within the American market. The company's continued selection by law enforcement agencies demonstrates the reliability and performance standards that have made their products a trusted choice for professional use.

Historical Context

The relationship between Smith & Wesson and the Montana Highway Patrol represents nearly nine decades of collaboration, coinciding with MHP's 90th anniversary in 2025. This enduring partnership reflects the agency's confidence in the manufacturer's products and support services throughout multiple generations of law enforcement equipment.