New Turkish howitzer ARPAN-155 sets firing rate record in successful tests VIDEO

Türkiye’s latest artillery system, the ARPAN-155 howitzer, has successfully completed its qualification tests, surpassing performance expectations with a record firing rate.

According to reports from SavunmaSanayiST.com via Caliber.Az, the system’s success underscores Türkiye’s growing expertise in developing indigenous defence technologies.

Kalifikasyon Testlerinde Rekor Atış!

ASFAT ana yükleniciliğinde ASELSAN, MKE ve BMC ile ortak üretilen 8x8 Taktik Tekerlekli Araca Entegre Silah Sistemi dakikada 6 atış görevini 8 atış yaparak üstün başarıyla test etti! 🇹🇷

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Developed through a collaboration between leading Turkish defence companies ASELSAN, MKE, and BMC, with ASFAT serving as the main contractor, the ARPAN-155 is an integrated 155mm howitzer mounted on a tactical 8x8 wheeled vehicle platform.

During the recent tests, the system exceeded its target firing rate of six rounds per minute by achieving eight rounds per minute, marking a significant milestone for the project. This performance highlights the howitzer’s enhanced firepower and operational efficiency.

The ARPAN-155 features ASELSAN’s advanced fire control system, combining high mobility with precision and rapid-fire capabilities tailored to the needs of the Turkish Armed Forces.

Following the successful qualification phase, plans are underway to move into mass production of the ARPAN-155, which is expected to strengthen Türkiye’s artillery capabilities significantly.

By Vugar Khalilov