U.S. Army picks Hanwha defence unit for mobile artillery prototypes

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The United States Army selected Hanwha Defense USA to supply prototypes for its new Mobile Tactical Cannon program, marking a major breakthrough for South Korea defense manufacturers in the American weapons market. Announced on Tuesday, the fixed price agreement valued at up to two hundred sixty two million dollars covers an initial delivery of six wheeled self propelled howitzer systems, with an option for twelve additional platforms over a four year performance period. Company officials confirmed that production and integration work will leverage a newly established facility in Opelika, Alabama, aiming to bolster domestic defense manufacturing supply chains. Following rigorous soldier experimentation and operational testing, the program will determine whether the wheeled platforms ultimately replace aging towed artillery units across select combat formations. Industry competitors had also pursued the lucrative modernization contract before the Army favored Hanwha proven global platform design. The strategic milestone underscores growing cooperation between Washington allies.

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Left: Emphasizes international defense corporate partnerships and domestic manufacturing job growth. Center: Focuses strictly on military modernization milestones and competitive procurement processes. Right: Highlights supply chain security and enhanced combat lethality against adversaries.