T-155 Firtina155 mm self-propelled howitzer (Turkey)
Channel: Main Battle Tank
Date: 2023-01-21

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 The T-155 Firtina (storm) self-propelled howitzer is a modified variant of the Korean K9 Thunder. It uses license-built subsystems of the K9 such as the gun system and loading mechanism. The Turkish Army currently operates over 100 howitzers of this type. It is unknown if more will be acquired, however overall Turkish requirement is speculated to be for 300 new self-propelled howitzers. In 2011 Azerbaijan ordered 36 of these artillery systems. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2014.

   The T-155 Firtina is armed with a 155 mm/L52 howitzer. It is fitted with automatic shell handling and ramming system. The T-155 Firtina is compatible with standard NATO 155 mm ammunition. Maximum range of fire is 30 km with standard HE projectile and 40 km with rocket-assisted projectile.

   The T-155 Firtina is capable of multiple-round simultaneous-impact firing. It fires 3 rounds in 15 seconds, each in different trajectories, so that all of the shells arrive on target at the same time. Sustained rate of fire is 2 rounds per minute.

   The T-155 Firtina is fitted with Turkish fire control and communication systems, which is  compatible with NATO standards.

   Vehicle is powered by a German MTU 881 Ka-500 diesel engine, developing 1 000 horsepower. Howitzers for Azerbaijan will be fitted with different engine. Germany placed an embargo for Azerbaijan due to conflict with Armenia. The T-155 Firtina is fitted with a hydropneumatic suspension.

   There is also a special ammunition resupply vehicle, which carries and replenished ammunition under armor.