| Product Code: ETC10812071 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 | |
The import shipments of small arms and light weapons to Guatemala in 2024 show a diverse mix of top exporting countries, with the USA, Brazil, Turkey, Austria, and Czechia leading the way. The market concentration, as measured by the HHI, has shifted from high to moderate in 2024, indicating a more balanced distribution among suppliers. Despite a high CAGR of 71.91% from 2020 to 2024, there was a slight decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -12.88%. This dynamic market landscape suggests ongoing changes in the supply chain and potential shifts in sourcing strategies for Guatemala`s small arms and light weapons imports.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Overview |
3.1 Guatemala Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Weapon Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Caliber Size, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Ammunition Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Key Features, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 High incidence of crime and violence in Guatemala |
4.2.2 Presence of organized crime and drug trafficking |
4.2.3 Lack of effective law enforcement and security measures |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent government regulations on arms trade |
4.3.2 International pressure to curb illicit arms trafficking |
4.3.3 Limited budget allocation for defense and security forces |
5 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Trends |
6 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market, By Types |
6.1 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market, By Weapon Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Weapon Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Handguns, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Assault Rifles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Submachine Guns, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market, By End User |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Military & Law Enforcement, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Private Security Firms, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Civilian Firearms, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market, By Caliber Size |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By 9mm, .45 ACP, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By 5.56mm, 7.62mm, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By .22 LR, .40 S&W, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market, By Ammunition Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Hollow Point, Full Metal Jacket, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Armor-Piercing, Tracer Rounds, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Expanding Bullets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market, By Key Features |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Concealed Carry, Quick Reload, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.3 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Lightweight, High-Precision, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.4 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenues & Volume, By Compact Design, Low Recoil, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of reported violent incidents involving small arms and light weapons |
8.2 Government spending on defense and security infrastructure |
8.3 Rate of illegal arms seizures by law enforcement agencies |
8.4 Number of arms licenses issued for civilian use |
8.5 Percentage of small arms and light weapons traced back to legal sources |
9 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Opportunity Assessment, By Weapon Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Opportunity Assessment, By Caliber Size, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Opportunity Assessment, By Ammunition Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Opportunity Assessment, By Key Features, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Guatemala Small Arms Light Weapons Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |