The M777 howitzer is a British towed 155 mm artillery piece in the howitzer class. It is used by the ground forces of Australia, Canada, Colombia, India, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, and the United States. It was first used in combat during the War in Afghanistan. The M777 is manufactured by BAE Systems' Global Combat Systems division.

The M777 Lightweight 155mm howitzer provides timely, accurate and continuous firepower in support of Marine and Army infantry forces and replaces the M198 towed Howitzer.

With unparalleled tactical and strategic mobility, the battle-proven 39 caliber M777 sets the standard for modern, reliable fire support in the most hostile environments. M777 is the world's first 155mm Howitzer weighing less than 10000 lbs (4218 kg).

Apr 17, 2024 · The Ultralightweight Field Howitzer, designated M777 in the US, was selected to replace the existing inventory of M198 155mm towed howitzers by a joint US Army/Marine Corps initiative in 1997. The M777 howitzer was developed by …

Jan 12, 2025 · The M777A2 lightweight 155mmm towed howitzer can fire the full range of U.S. 155mm ammunition including unassisted projectiles to a range of 24 km and assisted projectiles to 30 km. With the upgraded fire controls system, it can also fire Excalibur Precision 155 mm Projectiles, Global Positioning System (GPS)-guided, extended-range artillery ...

The M777 howitzer is a towed 155 mm artillery piece. It succeeded the M198 howitzer in the United States Marine Corps and United States Army in 2005. The M777 is also used by the ground...

The M777 provides direct support to combat troops through offensive and defensive fires with conventional and precision-guided projectiles. It can also employ illuminating and smoke projectiles. The M777 will be towed behind the Mack gun tractor and the Mack replacement.

The M777 155mm Lightweight Towed Howitzer is employed by the Australian Army to provide direct support to ground forces. The M777’s digital connectivity allows for rapid, safe and accurate application of effects across the battlespace.

the M777 has become the benchmark for 155mm Lightweight Towed Artillery Systems. To date, the system has been selected by U.S., Canadian, Australian, and Indian forces, with total orders currently exceeding 1,200.

Direct support, general support, reinforcing, or general support reinforcing artillery system replacing the M198 155mm Medium Towed Howitzer. The Digital Fire Control System (DFCS) integration...