Howitzer contract modification for BAE Systems
BAE Systems Land & Armaments has received a modification to its Self-Propelled Howitzer contract from the US Army, the Department of Defense announced on 13 December.
The work covers the Self-Propelled Howitzer and carrier, ammunition, tracked vehicles and their associated support under the company’s production contract to build and deliver M109A7s and M992A3s.
Work is expected to be complete by 31 January 2023.
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