The US Army has requested information regarding the development of a 155mm self-propelled next-generation wheeled howitzer.<br /><br />The US Army Contracting Command revealed that the request would help to do market research and pick candidates for the multiyear capability assessment program.<br /><br />The request specifies that the truck-mounted howitzer be more mobile, survivable, and have a greater range and volume of fire than present systems. Additionally, the system should be able to integrate with digital fire control.<br /><br />The army also wants interested firms to show the capability of “onboard storing, resupplying and firing 155mm munitions” and integrate the gun with different vehicle platforms.<br /><br />The request comes months after the army completed its 155mm mobile howitzer shoot-off evaluation to provide a better gun for Stryker brigade combat teams.
