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Canada To Buy M777 155mm Light-Weight Towed Howitzers

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Friday, June 27th, 2008

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Canada is looking to spend upward of $114 million for the possible sale of 37 M777 155mm Light-Weight Towed Howitzers, as well as associated equipment and services, according to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA). The prime contractors will be BAE Systems and Alcoa Inc's, [AA] Howmet Castings unit,in Whitehall, Mich. Additionally, Canada is seeking spare and repair parts, support and test equipment, publications and technical documentation, maintenance, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor representatives' technical assistance,…

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