Hanwha Aerospace has announced the successful live-firing test of its K9 self-propelled howitzer with the Raytheon M982A1 Excalibur precision-guided extended-range 155mm artillery projectile. Conducted at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground, the test demonstrated the K9’s compatibility with Excalibur projectiles, achieving a hit with less than one-meter circular error probability at nearly 50 kilometers in Point Detonating mode and effective detonation in Height of Burst mode. This achievement underscores the K9’s precision and reliability with advanced guided munitions.
Key Details:
1. Successful Live-Firing Test:
- Conducted at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground.
- Demonstrated K9’s compatibility with Excalibur projectiles.
2. Test Results:
- Target hit with less than one-meter CEP at nearly 50 kilometers in Point Detonating mode.
- Effective detonation five meters above the target in Height of Burst mode.
3. Artillery System Capabilities:
- K9 howitzer joined the elite group of artillery systems compatible with advanced guided munitions.
- Ensures enhanced accuracy and operational flexibility for military forces.
4. Strategic Impact:
- Reinforces Hanwha Aerospace’s commitment to advancing artillery technology.
- Positions the K9 as a leading self-propelled howitzer in global defense arsenals.
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