PGW Defence Technologies

PGW Defence Technologies

PGW Defence Technologies Inc.

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

WeaponsSoldier EquipmentDual-use
Founded 1992Subsystem ManufacturerSupplies Land Forces, Homeland Security & Police
Profile last updated: October 18, 2026

About

Founded in 1992, PGW Defence Technologies is a defense subsystem manufacturer based in Winnipeg, Canada working in weapons, soldier equipment.

PGW Defence Technologies Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer of precision rifles and sniper weapons systems, based in Manitoba. The company evolved from the original business Prairie Gun Works, which has provided gunsmithing and custom rifle builds since 1992. Its military-oriented line includes the Coyote and Timberwolf sniper weapons systems and the LRT-3 50 caliber system, along with associated stocks, magazines, barreled actions and accessories. The company states its systems are used by military sniper units and has marketed them to military, government and law enforcement customers. It also produces sporting and hunting rifles, including the M15 and M18 series, which are derived from its military development work.

Location

Winnipeg, Canada

Founded

1992

Legal name

PGW Defence Technologies Inc.

Focus areas

sniper weapons systemsprecision rifleslong-range riflessniper riflesbarreled actionsrifle stocksAICS magazinescustom rifles

Languages

EN

Products & capabilities

Defense domains

WeaponsSoldier Equipment

Supply-chain role

Subsystem Manufacturer

What they offer

HardwareComponents

Markets

Also sells to civilian markets

Products

Coyote Sniper Weapons System

Sniper weapons system

Precision long-range rifle system offered in .308 and 6.5 CM, with a Gen 3 fixed stock compatible with MDT AICS metal magazines.

Timberwolf Sniper Weapons System

Sniper weapons system

Long-range sniper weapons system chambered in .338 Lapua, with Gen 3 stock options and a muzzle brake.

LRT-3 50 cal SWS

Sniper weapons system

Long-range .50 caliber sniper weapons system marketed to military, government and law enforcement customers.

End users

Land ForcesHomeland Security & Police

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