The US Army has awarded BAE Systems a major contract to produce M776 cannon tubes for the M777A2 howitzer, increasing total contract value significantly. This move aims to boost production capacity due to rising demand, especially influenced by the Ukraine conflict. The lightweight M777 howitzer offers mobility and precision, firing multiple types of ammunition, including GPS-guided rounds. Efforts are underway to increase monthly production, supported by expanded manufacturing lines and supply chains across the US and UK.
