US Army Selects Hanwha Defense to Build Mobile Artillery Prototypes
The selection marks a milestone for South Korea's Hanwha, as it seeks to leverage its global artillery business to win orders from the U.S. military.
The U.S. Army has chosen Hanwha Defense USA to design new wheeled cannon prototypes for a significant modernization program. The agreement, potentially worth up to $262.9 million, involves the delivery of up to 18 Mobile Tactical Cannon (MTC) systems for soldier testing and experimentation. This initiative is a key part of the Army’s continuous transformation and long-range fires modernization efforts, with data from soldier feedback expected to influence future fielding decisions.
- Hanwha Defense USA selected by U.S. Army for new wheeled cannon prototypes.
- Agreement valued up to $262.9 million.
- Program includes rapid prototyping, testing, and experimentation by soldiers.
- Initial delivery of six Mobile Tactical Cannon (MTC) systems, with an option for 12 more.
- MTC program is a critical priority for Army modernization and long-range fires.
- Soldier feedback will inform future fielding decisions.
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