The Finnish Defense Force has a domestically produced self-propelled howitzer systemBillTests for the first unit (equipped with a 155mm gun) have officially begun. This information isFinland Defense Logistics Bureauwas announced by.
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According to the statement, the first launch test wasFinnish Explosives CentreThis was implemented with the cooperation of the company, and marked an important milestone in the development of a new system.
thisBillThe prototype is a defense companyPatriaIt was developed by and was held in March 2025.Patria Arctic EventIt was first shown on. This system is a 155mm tow howitzer widely used in the Finnish Army.155 GH 52（155 K 98）And military trucks for all terrainContent E13TP （8 × 8）is a consolidated version.
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The main purpose of this project isA fast, low-cost, highly efficient self-propelled gun solutionIt is to provide. In the early stages, the design of the artillery system has not been changed, making it easier to deploy into the unit.
During operation, the battery is lowered to the same height as the tow type, maintaining the conventional operating procedure. Therefore,No additional training is required for conscriptions and reserves who have already experienced handling 155 GH 52.is.
The technical features of the ARVE are similar to the tow type;Fire 3 shots in the first 15 secondsCan be done, and the maximum range isMaximum 40kmIt reaches to. Loading and ejection are done manually,Fire your first shot within 90 seconds of reaching the position.、Start moving within 45 seconds of the last shotcan. The ammunition load is24 shotsis.
PatriaAlso, if necessaryAutomatic loading systemIt is also said that it is possible to install the
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