In today’s battlefield, howitzers are not just cannons, they have become smart artillery systems. They not only have the ability to attack with precision from long distances, but they are also equipped with automatic systems, digital navigation and mobility.
Russia’s 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV high-tech self-propelled howitzer first appeared in the 2015 Victory Day Parade. Its firing speed and lethal accuracy make it one of the best. Its caliber is 152 mm. Firing range is 70 km and speed is 60 km/h. It has been designed and manufactured by JSC Burevestnik, a Russian military research institute. This system is highly mobile and has become an integral part of Russia’s future military strategy.
Panzerhaubitze 2000 has been developed by Germany. This is the most powerful howitzer, which has the ability to fire multiple shells simultaneously over long distances. Its caliber is 155 mm / L52. Its range is 56 km and fire rate: 8-10 rounds / minute. This system is equipped with navigation and computer based fire control system, which allows it to fire accurately in every weather and situation.
South Korea’s K9 Thunder automatic cannon is known for its extremely impressive firepower. It is also manufactured in Turkey under the name ‘T-155 Firtina’. Its caliber is 155 mm. The range is about 41 km. Its fire rate is 6 rounds/minute. K9 has given a new direction to the Korean war strategy and it is being adopted by the armies of many countries.
Sweden’s Archer FH77BW cannon is famous for its rapid deployment and high mobility. The wheeled platform and auto loading technology make it different. Its caliber is 155 mm. The range is about 50 km. This system can accurately strike stationary and moving targets at sea and on land, making it ideal for multi-role operations.
The CAESAR Mk II howitzer is a highly mobile and accurate firing platform from France, which can be rapidly deployed. Its caliber is 155 mm. The range is about 42-50 km. The fire rate is 6 rounds/minute. The French army has successfully used it in conflict zones such as Afghanistan and Lebanon.
AHS Krab is powerful howitzer from Poland is based on the K9 chassis and is said to be a combination of western and eastern technology. Its caliber is 155 mm. The range is about 40 km. The fire rate is 6 rounds/minute. It is fitted with a top class turret, machine gun and smoke grenade launcher, which make it dangerous from every direction.
Germany’s Donar Artillery Gun Module is a lightweight and airworthy howitzer built on the technology of the PzH 2000. Its caliber is 155 mm. The range is about 30-40 km. It is designed for automated, low-crew operation.
The Autonomous Truck Mounted Howitzer System (ATMOS) is modern, mobile and equipped with digital technology. It is one of Israel’s most dangerous weapons. Its caliber is 155 mm. Fire rate 5 rounds/minute. It is manufactured by Elbit Systems. This system is suitable for armies that want rapid deployment and accurate firing.
SSPH 1 Primus is the world’s lightest 39-caliber automatic howitzer system, developed specifically for Singapore. Its caliber is 155 mm. Fire rate 6 rounds/minute. It uses a patented ammunition handling, fire control system.
Nora B-52 is a new generation cannon, designed to modernize Serbia’s army. Its caliber is 135 mm. Range 42 km, fire rate 6 rounds/minute. It is used by Serbia, Myanmar and Bangladesh.