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BAE Systems Unveils MDACS 155mm Cannon

October 13, 2026

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Key Takeaways

BAE Systems unveils MDACS 155mm cannon for air defence and ground strikes.
The system is designed to engage drones and missiles.
MDACS can fire precision-guided munitions.
The US Army aims to have a complete battery available for testing by 2027.

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Strategic Implications

This development may indicate a shift in air defence strategies, suggesting a potential increase in the use of artillery for air defence. The MDACS system could provide a cost-effective solution for protecting military installations against air threats, which may influence future procurement decisions.

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What Happened

New Air Defence And Ground Strike Capability

BAE Systems has unveiled a truck-mounted prototype of its Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon System (MDACS) at AUSA 2026 in Washington, D.C. The 155mm weapon is designed to engage drones and missiles while also providing precision artillery fire against ground targets. The system uses a fully mechanised loading system and can fire different precision-guided munitions, including the Hypervelocity Projectile (HVP) and Scorpio-XR. The US Army reportedly aims to have a complete battery available for testing by the end of September 2027. This development was first reported by Defence Industry Europe.

Source | Originally Published: October 13, 2026

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