The M109A7 is the latest howitzer in the BAE Systems M109 family of vehicles and the primary indirect fire support system for the Army's Armored Brigade Combat Teams (ABCT). The vehicle is equipped with modernized capabilities in size, weight, power, cooling, readiness, force protection, and survivability, which together provide Army commanders with a more capable and sustainable vehicle on the battlefield.
M109A7 Self-Propelled Howitzer on a gravel road with an open field in the background at dusk'This contract furthers our commitment to helping the
The M109A7's new design includes a new chassis, engine, transmission, suspension, steering system, a new high voltage architecture, and improved survivability. The M109A7 program's improved commonality across the ABCT eases the logistics burden and reduces operational sustainability costs. The vehicle is also engineered to support higher- caliber extended-range cannon assemblies critical to achieving the Army's extended range lethality goals.
M109A7 and M992A3 production and support takes place at the Anniston Army Depot in
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