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Hanwha Enters Army Tracked Howitzer Competition

October 9, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Hanwha Defense USA enters Army's tracked howitzer competition.
Company considers K9A1 or K9A2 variants for the program.
Tracked howitzers to replace Army's M777 and M109A7s.
Hanwha recently won $233 million contract for wheeled prototype howitzers.

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Strategic Implications

Hanwha's entry into the tracked howitzer competition may indicate the company's growing confidence in its US market presence. The consideration of both K9A1 and K9A2 variants suggests a flexible approach to meeting Army requirements, which could strengthen Hanwha's position in the competition. The Army's pursuit of separate tracked and wheeled howitzers may signal a shift towards more specialized and adaptable artillery systems.

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What Happened

Korean Defense Firm Expands US Footprint After Wheeled Howitzer Win

Hanwha Defense USA is set to enter the US Army’s competition for a new tracked howitzer, following its recent win in the wheeled self-propelled howitzer modernization program. The company is considering its K9A1 and K9A2 tracked variants for the competition, which aims to replace the Army’s aging M777 and M109A7s howitzers. Hanwha recently received a $233 million contract for the accelerated delivery of six wheeled prototype howitzers, with an option for 12 more. The Army is pursuing separate tracked and wheeled howitzers to address different operational requirements, with the tracked variant suited for armored formations. This development was first reported by Breaking Defense.

Source | Originally Published: October 1, 2026

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