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KMW BOXER RCH-155


8x8 Wheeled Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH) [ 2020 ]



The KMW RCH-155 mates the versatile 8x8 BOXER AFV with an unmanned Armored Gun Module to serve as a wheeled self-propelled howitzer.



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The RCH-155 is a battlefield product of long-time German defense company KMW. The system is billed as an "all-in-one solution" combining the firepower of the 155mm indirect-fire field howitzer common to the German PzH2000 Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH) vehicle with the proven 8x8 wheeled framework of the BOXER Armored Fighting Vehicle (AFV) (detailed elsewhere on the Military Factory). The result is an effective, highly-mobile ranged artillery solution with few - if any - contemporaries.

The gun of choice is the 155mm/L52 NATO JBMoU-compatible series and this firing solution is mated to a fully-enclosed, fully-remote Artillery Gun Module (AGM). The module sits over the rear of the BOXER chassis and has complete 360-degree traversal from center-point while providing inherent, fully-automatic electrical gun-laying elevation (-2.5 to +65 degrees) to the gun system. The gun has a built-in fume extractor with slotted muzzle and arrives fully-stabilized with a projectile auto-loader.

Effective engagement ranges are out to 54 kilometers and the gun can engage, with equal lethality, both moving and stationary targets at range. All in-service NATO projectile types are currently (2023) supported and some thirty ready-to-fire rounds are carried in the AGM. The system also handles ignition programming and modular charges through integrated ballistics calculation. Fire rate reaches 9 rounds-per-minute in sustained fire mode.

The vehicle component features Nuclear-Biological-Chemical (NBC) protection for the crew of two as well as smoke grenade launchers to screen the vehicle's movements in-the-field. Cooling and heating are also provided for comfort (crew spaces) and systems integrity (in the AGM). Furthermore, a complete fire detection and suppression system is included. An optional Remote Weapon Station (RWS) for anti-infantry measures is also offered. The vehicle is powered through an MTU diesel engine of 815 horsepower offering road speeds of 100 kmh out to a driving range of 700 kmh on roads.

Future concepts to be added to the RCH-155 include complete autonomy in driving navigation, removing the in-the-field crew from the equation altogether. Coupled with autonomy in the firing process, the vehicle is set to become a true Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV).©MilitaryFactory.com
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December 2022 - Germany set to transfer up to 18 RCH-155 howitzer systems to Ukraine to support the nation in its ongoing fight against Russia.

Specifications



Service Year
2020

Origin
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Germany

Status
ACTIVE
In Limited Service.
Crew
2
CREWMEN
Production
50
UNITS


Krauss-Maffai-Wegmann (KMW) - Germany
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National flag of modern Germany National flag of Ukraine Germany; Ukraine (announced)
(OPERATORS list includes past, present, and future operators when applicable)
Fire Support / Assault / Breaching
Support allied forces through direct / in-direct fire, assault forward positions, and / or breach fortified areas of the battlefield.
Special Purpose
Special purpose design developed to accomplish an equally-special battlefield role or roles.


Wheeled Arrangement
Wheeled arrangement gives this system an inherent road-running capability, enhancing mobility.
Primary Turret
A modern tank quality, this vehicle sports its main armament in a single turret.
Remote Weapon Station (RWS)
Vehicle supports a remote-operated weapons station, reducing crew exposure to outside dangers.
Traversable Main Armament
Armament is situated in a traversing component, allowing for all-around engagement of enemy threats.
Firing On-the-Move
A modern quality, onboard systems provide accuracy to primary armament allowing for firing on-the-move.
Cross-Country Capability
Design includes such features as a track-link system or high ground clearance to better traverse offroad.
Angled Armor
Angled armor at key facings adds inherent ballistics protection to the vehicle.
Shallow Glacis
The shallow design of the glacis plate provides the vehicle with inherent ballistics protection as well as contributes to a lower overall profile - making it more difficult to disable.
NBC Protection
Crew is provided (either as standard or optional) protection against Nuclear-Biological-Chemical agents for enhanced survivability in contaminated zones.
Smoke Screening
Vehicle has capability to self-generate a smoke screen, either through launched grenades or built-in engine funtion (raw fuel injection).
Nightvision
Crew has access to night-vision equipment, allowing for low-light or night time operations.
Remote Weapons Station
Vehicle supports an unmanned weapons station controlled remotely from within the safety of the vehicle.
Versatility
Vehicle's proven running gear and overall makeup lends itself well to fulfill other battlefield roles by way of specialized designs.
In-Direct Fire Capable
This system's capability is such that it can engage targets / target areas without Line-of-Sight attained.


Length
34.1 ft
10.4 m
Width
9.8 ft
2.99 m
Height
11.8 ft
3.6 m
Weight
85,980 lb
39,000 kg
Tonnage
43.0 tons
MEDIUM
(Showcased structural values pertain to the KMW RCH-155 production variant. Length typically includes main gun in forward position if applicable to the design)
Powerplant: 1 x MTU diesel engine developing 815 horsepower to all-wheeled 8x8 arrangement.
Speed
62.1 mph
(100.0 kph)
Range
435.0 mi
(700.0 km)
(Showcased performance specifications pertain to the KMW RCH-155 production variant. Compare this entry against any other in our database)
1 x 155mm/L52 main gun system.


Supported Types


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(Not all weapon types may be represented in the showcase above)
30 x 155mm Projectiles (NATO standard types).


RCH-155 - Base Series Designation.


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