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BAE Systems Receives $216 Million M109A7 Howitzer Order Following Army Secretary’s Facility Inspection

BAE Systems Receives $216 Million M109A7 Howitzer Order Following Army Secretary’s Facility Inspection
M109A7 Paladin. Photo: U.S. Army

BAE Systems has received a $216 million contract modification to deliver the latest round of M109A7 howitzers, following an inspection led by the Army secretary last month at the company’s facility in York, Pa., to address welding concerns with the system.The Pentagon announced the Army’s fourth low-rate initial production order on Sept. 28 for the upgraded self-propelled howitzers and M992A3 Carrier Ammunition Tracked vehicles with work expected to be completed in January 2021.“We are proud to continue our partnership with…

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