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U.S. Army Expands Artillery Fleet with More M109A7 Paladin Howitzers
Defense Feeds, Washington. The M109A7 Paladin howitzers will continue serving as a cornerstone of U.S. Army artillery forces following a new $535 million contract aimed at sustaining production and maintaining long-term fire support capabilities. The agreement reinforces the Army’s commitment to modernizing its indirect fire systems while ensuring combat units retain access to one of the military’s most important battlefield assets. The latest procurement decision comes as artillery remains at the center of military planning worldwide. Recent conflicts have demonstrated the decisive role of long-range fires, prompting armies to invest heavily in modernized self-propelled howitzers capable of delivering accurate and sustained fire support under demanding combat conditions. U.S. Army Continues Investment in M109A7 Paladin Howitzers The new contract supports ongoing
Chloe Anderson
June 20, 2026
