The Zuzana 2 155mm self-propelled howitzer is an evolution of the 152mm SpGH Dana self-propelled howitzer. The weapon system has already been successfully deployed by several armed forces around the world, and Konstrukta Defence is keen to expand its market presence in Greece and other countries in the region.
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Konstrukta Defence is displaying its Zuzana 2 155mm self-propelled howitzer in Greece for the first time (Picture source: Army Recognition)
"We are delighted to be showcasing the Zuzana 2 155mm self-propelled howitzer at DEFEA 2023," said Stefan Kuruc, CEO of Konstrukta Defence. "This is a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase the capabilities of our weapon system to the Greek military and other potential customers in the region. We believe that the Zuzana 2 155mm self-propelled howitzer is ideally suited to meet the needs of modern militaries, and we are excited about the opportunities that this event presents."
DEFEA 2023 is a major international defense exhibition that brings together leading companies and decision-makers from around the world to showcase the latest developments in military technology. The event is an ideal platform for companies such as Konstrukta Defence to present their products and services to a global audience.
The 155 mm ShKH Zuzana 2 is an updated version of Zuzana with a new 52-caliber gun, a full 360-degree turret traverse, and a new armored cab. It passed Slovak Army trials in December 2009. 24 Zuzana 2 bought in two consecutive deals. The first order of 8 units was confirmed in May 2022 by the Slovak Minister of Defence Jaroslav Naď, with the training of crews starting right away. The first order was completed as of 18 January 2023, per a statement by the Slovak Minister of Defence Jaroslav Naď. The second order of 16 units was signed on 2 October 2022, with Denmark, Germany, and Norway providing the funding.
The gun has a long-range high accuracy and a high rate of fire, it can be prepared promptly for firing, and it has a high level of mobility ensured by a modified Tatra 8×8 chassis. The design of the gun means it can use any NATO standard 155 mm ammunition. The fire control system allows for a multiple-round simultaneous-impact (MRSI) mode. One of the unique features of Zuzana is that the gun is mounted externally in between two totally separated compartments of the turret. This makes the crew inherently safe from any potentially dangerous mechanics of the gun and autoloader plus the crew is protected from the gases generated during firing. The Zuzana 2 version is claimed to possess a Multiple Rounds Simultaneous Impact (MRSI) capability.
Defense News May 2023
