BAE Systems takes another step towards restarting M777 howitzer production
The US operates more than 1,000 M777s. (Photo: US Army)
The M777 155mm lightweight howitzer is in service with more than six countries and has been heavily used in Ukraine. The latest contract is part of an effort to restart the manufacture of M777 towed howitzers.
BAE Systems has received a second contract as part of an effort to restart production of M777 155mm towed lightweight howitzers for the US Army.
The contract is worth US worth US$162 million and is for major elements which form the basis of the gun, such as titanium structures, and centres on creating a supply chain in the US and the UK.
The initial work started under a $50 million undefinitised contract action (UCA) awarded in December 2023, which has now been finalised. The first major structures will be produced at BAE Systems’ new £25-million ($33.1 million) artillery development and
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