32 10×10 RCH 155 para Suiza
Suiza confirmó la compra de unos 32 nuevos obuses a rueda 10×10 RCH 155 para reemplazar sus antiguos M109 KWEST
Suiza confirmó la compra de unos 32 nuevos obuses a rueda 10×10 RCH 155 para reemplazar sus antiguos M109 KWEST
Ceremonia de llegada de los primeros vehículos Huntsman AS9 y AS10
Hanwha Defence Australia dio la bienvenida al Viceprimer Ministro, Ministro de Defensa y miembro del gobierno federal por Corio, el Honorable Richard Marles, diputado, al Centro de Excelencia de Vehículos Blindados de Hanwha (H-ACE) para reconocer los primeros vehículos LAND 8116 con marcas Auscam.
El primer lote de vehículos del programa (2 AS9 y 1 AS10) llegó a Australia en diciembre de 2024 procedente de la República de Corea. El resto de los vehículos se están produciendo en el H-ACE, en el recinto del aeropuerto de Avalon.
“Estamos entusiasmados de tener los primeros vehículos aquí en Australia mientras nos preparamos para entregar esta capacidad al Ejército australiano”, dijo el director general interino de HDA, el Sr. Dean Michie. “La producción de los cascos y las torretas ya se está llevando a cabo en Elphinstone, en el norte de Tasmania, y nuestra línea de producción aquí en H-ACE también ha comenzado a funcionar”.
El AS9 Huntsman ha sido desarrollado para incorporar los aprendizajes y la experiencia de la flota global de más de 2.400 K9 y K10, los obuses autopropulsados más populares a nivel mundial.
Con el AS9 Huntsman, Hanwha cuenta con un sistema de cañón de 155 mm calibre 52 probado que está en servicio en varias naciones alrededor del mundo, incluida la alianza de la OTAN.
El AS10 es un vehículo blindado de reabastecimiento de municiones (AARV) altamente protegido y maniobrable con un sistema de carga único que reduce el riesgo de fuego enemigo para los soldados.
Fabricado con socios de la cadena de suministro australiana como Elphinstone, Kongsberg Defence Australia, CBG Systems, Penguin Composites, HIFraser, MMCLD, Bisalloy Steel, AME, Safran Electronics y Defence Australasia, Sigma Bravo, Thales Australia, Axalta y TEi trabajando junto con la base de la cadena de suministro internacional, Hanwha ha realizado una importante inversión continua en el mercado australiano.
“La transferencia de tecnología entre Corea del Sur y Australia es una parte importante del programa y demuestra los estrechos vínculos que existen entre ambas naciones”, explicó Michie. “Celebrar este hito con nuestro gobierno, nuestro Departamento de Defensa y nuestros socios de la cadena de suministro en nuestras nuevas instalaciones es un honor”.
Defense News Army 2024
The Brazilian Army has officially chosen the ATMOS self-propelled howitzer system, developed by the Israeli company Elbit Systems, as the winner of its VBCOAP 155 SR competition, aimed at modernizing its artillery fleet with high-tech equipment. This announcement was first revealed by SA Defensa on their X account on April 29, 2024, highlighting the importance of this strategic decision for Brazil.
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Israeli company Elbit Systems' ATMOS 155mm self-propelled howitzer delivered to Brazil (Picture source: Elbit Systems)
As highlighted in an article by Army Recognition, on August 17, 2023, the Brazilian Ministry of Defense unveiled its plans to acquire and develop 36 Viatura Blindada de Combate Obuseiro Autopropulsado 155 mm Sobre Rodas (VBC OAP 155 mm SR), which translates to 36 armored self-propelled howitzers. On March 17, 2024, the Brazilian Army, through its Logistics Command (COLOG), revealed the contenders for its Wheeled Self-Propelled Artillery Vehicle (WSPA) project. This announcement showcased the models that met the detailed criteria specified in the project's tender. The models in contention included China's SH15, Israel's ATMOS, France's CAESAR, and the Czech Zuzana 2. Today, the Brazilian Army has officially chosen Elbit Systems' ATMOS, a self-propelled howitzer system developed by the Israeli company, for its project.
The ATMOS system, which stands for Autonomous Truck Mounted Howitzer System, stands out for its increased mobility, mounted on a 6x6 or 8x8 truck chassis, and its compatibility with NATO standard 155 mm ammunition. It was therefore preferred over other international competitors, including the French CAESAR, the Slovakian Zuzana 2, and the Chinese SH-15.
Equipped with a fully automated loading and laying system, the ATMOS can fire three rounds in 15 seconds in burst mode and sustain a firing rate of two rounds per minute for an hour. With extended-range ammunition, it can reach targets up to 41 kilometers away.
In addition to its firepower, the ATMOS incorporates advanced fire control, navigation, and aiming systems, which enhance its precision and operational efficiency. The vehicle also offers enhanced crew protection, with a fully armored cabin and gun, and a system for protection against nuclear, biological, and chemical threats.
The ATMOS 2000, a truck-mounted, wheel-based self-propelled howitzer system, has been designed and manufactured by the Israeli company Elbit Systems since 2001. Capable of being manned by a crew ranging from 2 to 6 members, the ATMOS 2000 highlights its adaptability and ability to address a variety of operational scenarios. It features weapon traverse capabilities of 25 degrees left and right, and an elevation up to +70 degrees, allowing for exceptional maneuverability and targeting precision.
With a length of 9.5 meters and weighing 23,000 kg in its 52-caliber version, the ATMOS 2000 combines firepower and mobility, making it a preferred choice for armed forces globally. Israel, the producing country, has seen its artillery system adopted by several nations including Azerbaijan, Botswana, Denmark, Cameroon, Colombia, the Philippines, Thailand, Uganda, and Zambia.
