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K9 Tonnerre
pays	Corée du Sud
Rôle	Obusier automoteur
En service	1999 à aujourd’hui
Construit	1700+

Lla K9 Tonnerre est un obusier automoteur sud-coréen de 155 mm conçu et développé par l’Agence pour le développement de la défense et des sociétés privées, notamment Dongmyeong Heavy Industries, Kia Heavy Industry, Poongsan Corporation et Samsung Aerospace Industries pour les forces armées de la République de Corée, et est maintenant fabriqué par Hanwha Aerospace. Les obusiers K9 fonctionnent en groupe avec la variante K10 Ammunition Resupply Vehicle.

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South Korea Self-propelled K9 Thunder Walk Around
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General Characteristics

The K9 Thunder is a modern South Korean 155 mm self-propelled howitzer. It was designed to provide long-range, accurate, and rapid fire support, featuring high mobility and excellent survivability.

Property	Value (K9 Thunder)
Rôle	Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH)
Fabricant	Samsung Techwin / Hanwha Defense
Entered Service	1999
Crew	5 (Commander, Driver, Gunner, 2 Loaders)
Combat Weight	Approx. 47 tonnes
Rate of Fire (Maximum)	6 rounds per minute (Sustained: 2-3 rounds/min)

Armament and Fire Control

Main Armament: One 155 mm / 52 calibre main gun.
Ammunition Capacity: 48 rounds (projectile and charge).
Maximum Range:
- 18 km (conventional HE)
- 30 km (rocket-assisted projectile – RAP)
- Up to 40 km+ (base bleed or extended range ammunition)
Secondary Armament: One 12.7 mm K6 heavy machine gun (commander’s station).
Key Feature: Features the « Shoot-and-Scoot » capability, allowing the crew to fire three rounds and move out of position in less than 60 seconds to avoid counter-battery fire.

Powerplant and Mobility

Engine: MTU MT 881 Ka-500 8-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine.
Power Output: 1,000 hp.
Maximum Road Speed: 67 km/h (42 mph).
Operational Range: Approximately 360 km (224 miles).
Suspension: Hydropneumatic suspension, providing superior stability for firing and cross-country mobility.
International Success: The K9 has been highly successful in the export market, sold to nations including Turkey, Poland, India, Norway, Finland, and Australia.