![]() “We’re delighted to be cooperating with our Hungarian friends in another key military capability.” “We are extremely honoured that Hungary has once again entrusted us with the task of modernizing its military”, declares Rheinmetall chief executive Armin Papperger. The new ammunition will also boost interoperability with the armed forces of Hungary’s partner nations. The procurement of this extensive array of ammunition constitutes a further important step by Hungary – a member nation of both NATO and the EU – in the modernisation of its armed forces. On order also are 40mm and 76mm decoy cartridges for the Rosy and Maske smoke/obscurant systems, plus 12.7mm and 7.62mm ammunition. The package includes three variants of 30mm x 173 ammunition 120mm tank ammunition and 155mm artillery shells including propelling charges and fuzes. Most of the ammunition will be manufactured in Hungary. Delivery is starting in 2023 and is to be complete by 2031. The order encompasses ammunition for infantry fighting vehicles, main battle tanks, artillery, and decoy systems. The Hungarian Ministry of Defence has contracted with Rheinmetall to supply an extensive package of ammunition worth several hundred million euros.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |