M109 howitzer - Wikipedia
The newest M109 version for U.S. service is the M109A7, formerly known as the M109A6 Paladin Integrated Management (PIM). The M109A7 shares common chassis components with the Bradley Fighting Vehicle (BFV) such as the engine, transmission, and tracks.
M109A7 - BAE Systems
The M109A7 is the latest howitzer in the BAE Systems M109 family of vehicles, the primary indirect fire support system for the ABCTs. It uses the existing main armament and cab structure of a Paladin M109A6, and replaces the vehicle’s chassis components with modem components common to the Bradley vehicle.
Paladin M109A7 155mm Artillery System, United States of …
Apr 22, 2024 · The Paladin M109A7 artillery system is armed with a 155mm M284 cannon with an M182A1 gun mount and an automated loader. The 155mm artillery system can fire at a …
M109A7 SPH Paladin - Army Recognition
Jan 12, 2025 · The M109A7 SPH Paladin 155mm Self-propelled howitzer is an upgraded version of the M109A6 Paladin. It benefits from an entirely new cab and cannon assembly. While the vehicle's cannon remains unchanged, the M109A7 sports brand new chassis, engine, transmission, suspension, and steering system.
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M109A7 - BAE Systems
With an upgraded, 675 HP electronically controlled version of the BFV standard V903 engine, coupled with an improved HMPT- 800 transmission, the M109A7 has faster acceleration for rapid displacement, and the ability to keep pace with the maneuver forces it supports.
US Army Awards BAE Additional $493M M109A7 Howitzer Contract
Aug 5, 2024 · The US Army's newest M109A7 Paladin howitzer is put through its paces at the Cold Regions Test Center, Alaska. BAE Systems has been awarded a $493-million contract to …
US Army orders more M109A7 howitzers from BAE Systems
Aug 3, 2024 · BAE Systems has been awarded a $493 million contract to continue the production of M109A7 Self-Propelled Howitzers (SPH) and M992A3 Ammunition Carriers for the U.S. Army. The production and delivery under this contract are …
Leonardo DRS to Develop Prototype Next-Generation Weapons …
Mar 26, 2025 · Leonardo DRS announced that it has received a prototype project award by the U.S. Army to modernize the PESA electric weapon control system for the M109A7 Paladin self-propelled howitzer.
US’ Paladin howitzer to shoot faster, deadlier with modern ... - MSN
The M109A7 is the first ABCT vehicle built with a 70kW high voltage system, which replaces the hydraulic cab drive system and enhances electronic ammunition handling and air-conditioning.
BAE Systems to produce additional M109A7 Self-Propelled …
Aug 2, 2024 · The M109A7 is the most recent addition to the BAE Systems M109 family of artillery systems, serving as the principal indirect fire support mechanism for the US Army’s Armored Brigade Combat Teams (ABCTs).