It made its combat debut in the War in Afghanistan. With a weight of 4,200 kg (9,300 lb), the M777 is 41% lighter than the 7,154 kg (15,772 lb) M198 howitzer it replaces. Much of the weight reduction ...

The defense contractor said Tuesday that it has already initiated work on the project after being awarded an Undefinitized Contract Action in December 2023. The program details have since been ...

Summary and What You Need to Know: The M777 Howitzer, a lightweight yet powerful artillery system, has proven vital on the Ukrainian battlefield and could play a crucial role in Taiwan’s defense ...

The M777 howitzer combines lightweight materials with digital targeting systems to deliver accurate long-range fire support.

November 11, 2024: One of the more useful weapons NATO sent to Ukraine were about 200 M777 155mm towed howitzers supplied by the United States, Canada and Australia. NATO nations sent Ukraine over 600 ...

The English city of Sheffield maintains an international reputation for its metallurgy and steel industries – so much so that like Pittsburgh, PA, it is known as “Steel City.” And like Pittsburgh, ...

Australian Army soldiers from 105th Battery, 1st Regiment, Royal Regiment of Australian Artillery, prepare to reload an M777 lightweight towed howitzer gun shortly after firing a round at an exercise ...