HS Produkt: Croatian Small Arms Manufacturer Expanding Its International Defense Presence
HS Produkt is a Croatian defense manufacturer based in Karlovac, specializing in the development and production of small arms for military, law enforcement and civilian markets. With three decades of experience in firearms manufacturing, the company has developed an international presence built around in-house production, engineering expertise and a broad portfolio of firearms.
A Broad Portfolio of Small Arms
The company's product portfolio includes several lines of semi-automatic pistols, including the HS G2, SF, S and H11 series, as well as products such as the VHS2S. Its military and law enforcement portfolio also includes the VHS-D2, VHS-K2, VHS-D2 CT, VHS-K2 CT and VHS-BG platforms, alongside the KUNA family.
HS Produkt also presents an international European products assortment that includes models such as the Echelon, Hellcat, Hellion and other platforms. The company's website highlights its focus on technological development, reliability and in-house manufacturing as key elements of its production approach.
30 Years of Manufacturing Experience
HS Produkt states that it has more than 30 years of experience in firearms production and has sold five million pistols. The company also reports more than 40 awards related to handguns, innovation and entrepreneurship, while emphasizing that its products are manufactured entirely in-house.
This manufacturing background has supported the company's expansion into international markets, while its product development has continued to focus on firearms for military, law enforcement and other professional users. HS Produkt also regularly participates in major international industry events, including Eurosatory 2026.
HS Produkt to Exhibit at DEFCROS 3
HS Produkt will be among the exhibitors at DEFCROS 3, the Public Safety & Defense Expo taking place on 1–2 October 2026 at Amadria Park in Šibenik, Croatia. The company is officially listed among the event's exhibitors and will occupy stand A1 in the exhibition hall.
DEFCROS 3 brings together defense and public safety companies, government and institutional representatives, industry professionals and international delegations. The event's exhibition floor will provide participating companies with an opportunity to present their technologies and solutions while engaging with other members of the defense and security sector.
HS Produkt's participation adds a major Croatian small-arms manufacturer to the DEFCROS 3 exhibitor lineup and places the company among the defense and security organizations presenting their capabilities in Šibenik. The event will take place on 1–2 October 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00 each day.
Source: HS Produkt
