
K9 Grzmot | |
|---|---|
| Krajach | Korea Południowa |
| Roli | Haubica samobieżna |
| W eksploatacji | 1999–obecnie |
| Zbudowany | 1700+ |
Tthe K9 Grzmot to południowokoreańska haubica samobieżna kalibru 155 mm zaprojektowana i opracowana przez Agencję Rozwoju Obronności i prywatne korporacje, w tym Dongmyeong Heavy Industries, Kia Heavy Industry, Poongsan Corporation i Samsung Aerospace Industries dla Sił Zbrojnych Republiki Korei, a obecnie produkowana przez Hanwha Aerospace. Haubice K9 działają w grupach z wariantem K10 Ammunition Resupply Vehicle.
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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) |
|---|---|
| Roli | Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH) |
| Producent | Samsung Techwin / Hanwha Defense |
| Entered Service | 1999 |
| Załogi | 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.
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