High firepower
The 155mm/L52 PzH 2000 gun is state-of-the-art, in line with the Joint Ballistics Memorandum of Understanding (JBMOU) and boasts a range of approx. 54 km (depending on ammunition).
PzH 2000
PzH 2000 - The world’s most modern howitzer
High mobility, short reaction times to execute a fire command and maximum efficiency are what make the PzH 2000 so effective.
Performance characteristics of the PzH 2000
A large ammunition supply and rapid replenishment, the stable gun platform, maximum aiming precision, automated autoloader with the resulting high rate of fire, combined with exceptional mobility and autonomy in navigation and fire control: the PzH 2000 sets the standard for modern barrelled artillery.
PRODUCT features
Main armament
155 mm / L52 barrel (JBMOU compatible)
Range
> 420 km
Speed
> 60 km/h (road)
Engine performance
736 kW (1,000 HP)
Dimensions (L x W x H)
11.7 m / 3.5 m / 3.4 m
Combat weight
57 t
Secondary armament
All-round self-defence thanks to mounted MG (weapon station optional)
Ignition programming
Inductive, automated programming during the charging process
Ammunition supply
60 primed projectiles / 288 modular charges, equivalent bagged and cased charges
Combat range
Depending on the combination of projectile, charge and fuse e.g. 40 km with base-bleed; up to 54 km with V-LAP, greater combat ranges possible depending on ammunition, e.g. VULCANO, EXCALIBUR
Operational arc
Azimuth: n x 360° Elevation: from -2.5° to +65° (-45 mil to +1,150 mil)
Rate of fire
Burst of 3 rounds in 10 seconds Rate of fire up to 10 rounds per minute
Crew
3 + 2 (backup)
Equipment features of the PzH 2000
- Superior combat range (currently < 54 km) and large battlefield coverage thanks to the 155mm/L52 gun
- Combat load with 60 primed projectiles
- Automated operation and graduated operating modes for semi-automatic and manual operation
- Fully automated projectile loading system with inductive fuse programming
- Fully automatic electrical gun laying system
- Optics for direct aiming at up to 2 km
- Fire control computer with integrated ballistics calculation and radio data transmission connection to an artillery control system
- High-precision navigation system, with or without GPS support
- All-round self-defence thanks to mounted MG and smoke grenade launching system (weapon station optional)
- NBC protection and ventilation system
- Cooling and heating system and additional enhanced-performance power generator
- Automatic fire detection and extinguishing system in power pack compartment and a fire extinguishing system for the crew compartment
- Commander periscope with day/night vision and laser range finder as observation and command equipment
- Built-in test equipment system (BITE)
Facts on the PzH 2000
Automated, autonomous, extremely mobile, high firepower, long combat range and high combat load
The PzH 2000 is a highly mobile and flexible weapon system which is deployed in both conventional missions as well as in asymmetric mission scenarios as indirect fire support. The fully automatic handling of the onboard supply of 60 projectiles and a highly effective 155mm/L52 gun enable maximum effect against targets with a high rate of fire.
The fire control system and ammunition matrix can factor in already introduced as well as future NATO ammunition types (JBMOU-compatible). These properties make the PzH 2000 the most effective barrelled artillery system in the world.
Developed for joint operations, the complete autonomy of the overall system in command, navigation and fire control, as well as its system-inherent stability opens up entirely new mission options (such as firing on moving targets, encampment defence, etc.).
The PzH 2000 meets all international requirements for a modern barrelled artillery system – the armed forces of nine nations currently rely upon this versatile superiority. More than 360 systems have been produced and shipped to date.
Protection
Chassis and turret are made of armoured steel. The steel housing, liner interior fittings and additional adaptable passive roof armouring provide a high level of protection. The PzH 2000 also features an NBC protection and ventilation system.
High charge supply
The charges are stored in a protected magazine in the rear of the turret. It holds 288 modular charges and equivalent bagged and cased charges and tempers them with an integrated cooling system.
High mobility
The low barrel overhang and 736 kW engine enable superlative tactical and operative mobility.
Automatic loading
The projectile magazine provides direct access to 60 primed projectiles. The automatic, electrically driven and digitally controlled autoloader with inductive fuse programming feeds the projectiles into the gun at outstanding speed and engages them automatically.
PzH 2000 – A major element for joint operations
The PzH 2000 is used for indirect fire support in joint operations. Its efficiency has been significantly increased thanks to the high degree of automation and the large supply of projectiles.
The PzH 2000 in operation
The PzH 2000 is a weapon system deployable worldwide which is used in both conventional missions as well as in asymmetric mission scenarios as indirect fire support.
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