US approves HIMARS Artillery Sale to Latvia
A possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Latvia of M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and related equipment for an estimated cost of $220 million has been approved by the US State Department. The Government of the Republic of Latvia has requested to buy six M142 High Mobility...
Ukraine to Get a Taste of “Coalition SV,” Russia’s All-new Artillery Gun...
Russia could soon deploy in Ukraine its latest artillery weapon- the Coalition-SV ‘combat robot' which can fire 10 rounds per minite in barrage mode previously unavailable in Russian artillery. Russias Rostec has completed state tests of the 152-mm self-propelled artillery gun "Coalition-SV", and is ready for serial production
Russia's "Agriculture" Mine-Laying Vehicle Can Plant Mines in Record Time
Rostec has fast-tracked the delivery of the "Agriculture" remote mining engineering system (ISDM), a system that can mine vast areas rapidly with programmable ammunition. Rostec said this system can blanket an area equivalent to several football fields with mines in just minutes, thanks to programmable ammunition
Lockheed Martin Tests Providing In-flight Target Updates to Guided Multiple Launch Rocket...
Lockheed Martin's missile communication prototype has successfully provided in-flight target updates to a surrogate Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) for the very first time. During a recent test in which a GMLRS-like trajectory was simulated, Lockheed Martin's Remote Interceptor Guidance – 360 (RIG-360) uplinker prototype delivered target updates to a...
U.S. Army Tests M109 Projectile with Extended Range
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BAE Systems Tests M109 Howitzer Modified with Rheinmetall’s 52-Caliber Cannon
BAE Systems has announced the launch of 155-millimeter projectiles using an M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer that has been modified with the Rheinmetall L52 155mm, 52-caliber cannon. This upgrade to the M109, known as the M109-52, represents a substantial improvement with minimal risk, offering high performance compared to the existing 39-caliber cannon
Australia Army to Start Training in HIMARS Operation in U.S.
The Australian Army will begin learning how to operate the High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) in the U.S
Russian Troops Receives Phlox Artillery Guns
Rostec has initiated the transfer of a batch of 120-mm Phlox self-propelled artillery guns to the troops. The gun is built on the chassis of a protected off-road vehicle, enabling it to quickly change its firing position after several shots
U.S. Transfers to Ukraine 1.1 million 7.62mm Rounds Confiscated from Iranian Ship
The United States has sent over 1 million rounds of ammunition confiscated from Iran, originally intended for Yemen by the Houthi militia, to Ukraine. The transfer of 7
New Highly Mobile MLRS to Launch Guided Rockets, Glider Munitions Under Development...
Russias Tactical Missile Corporation (KTRV) is developing an all-new Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) that is highly mobile besides can launch guided rockets and glider munitions. This information was revealed when the Russian Minister of Defence, Sergei Shoigu heard a report by Boris Obnosov, CEO of KTRV on current and future projects of the Corporation on Wednesday, the Russian MoD said today
Romania Short-lists German, Turkish & S.Korean howitzers
Romania is considering three wheeled howitzers for its army under its $2 billion self propelled artillery project: the German PzH2000, Turkey's BMC T-155 FIRTINA, and South Korean K9 Thunder. The plan is to acquire 54 units of 155mm howitzers along with a variety of ammunition, including explosive, smoke, illumination, and training rounds in three separate packages, first of which is worth €850 million
Improved Msta-S Howitzer with Rapid-fire Capability Handed over to Russian Troops
Rostec has delivered the inaugural consignment of the newly enhanced self-propelled howitzers to the Russian Ministry of Defense. This upgraded iteration of the Msta-S boasts improved tactical and technical attributes, including heightened mobility, a rapid firing rate, and versatile ammunition compatibility
South Korea, Peru Sign Multiple MoU in Submarines, KF-21 Jet Parts...
DRDO Tests India’s First Long Range Hypersonic Missile
AeroVironment Unveils Software Enhancements for Puma UAS to Strengthen GPS-Denied Operations
Indonesia Conducts Keel Laying for Second Merah Putih Frigate
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...