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К9 Гром
Стран	Республика Корея
Роль	Самоходная гаубица
В эксплуатации	1999–настоящее время
Построен	1700+

Teh К9 Гром — южнокорейская 155-мм самоходная гаубица, разработанная и разработанная Агентством оборонного развития и частными корпорациями, включая Dongmyeong Heavy Industries, Kia Heavy Industry, Poongsan Corporation и Samsung Aerospace Industries для вооруженных сил Республики Корея, и в настоящее время производится компанией Hanwha Aerospace. Гаубицы К9 действуют в группах с вариантом 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)
Роль	Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH)
Производителя	Samsung Techwin / Hanwha Defense
Entered Service	1999
Экипажа	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.