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Germany Delivers First RCH 155 Howitzer to Ukraine

1/15/2025

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Summary

Germany Delivers Artillery

On January 13, 2025, Germany made a pivotal move by delivering the first RCH 155 self-propelled howitzer to Ukraine, significantly boosting its artillery strength. This cutting-edge weapon, designed by KNDS, operates with just two crew members and can fire on the move. A total of 54 units are on the way, with six earmarked for crew training in Germany.

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Ketzel Announces Armored Acquisition

At the RCH 155 howitzer delivery ceremony in Kassel, Germany, on January 13, 2025, KNDS CEO Ralf Ketzel revealed Ukraine's potential acquisition of Boxer RCT30 vehicles. These powerful armored vehicles, designed to engage drones and transport troops, promise to significantly bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities alongside the newly delivered howitzers.

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Historical Context

Germany's delivery of the RCH 155 howitzer to Ukraine on January 13, 2025, marks a significant shift in European military support. This move echoes past military collaborations, such as NATO's response to the Yugoslav Wars in the 1990s, where Western nations provided arms to bolster regional stability. The current situation underscores Europe's growing commitment to defense autonomy amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

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Germany Delivers Artillery

On January 13, 2025, Germany made a pivotal move by delivering the first RCH 155 self-propelled howitzer to Ukraine, significantly boosting its artillery strength. This cutting-edge weapon, designed by KNDS, operates with just two crew members and can fire on the move. A total of 54 units are on the way, with six earmarked for crew training in Germany.

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