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Turkey solves engine problem in Firtina howitzer sold to Azerbaijan

Turkey solves engine problem in Firtina howitzer sold to Azerbaijan

20 July 2013 09:56 (UTC +04:00)

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As an alternative variant, engines of one of the world's leading countries have been selected.

Though Ukrainian-made engine have been suggested for Firtina system, this engine did not meet the requirements set forth.

MKE company is currently working on the production of self-propelled howitzers. T-155 “Firtina” contract signed between Azerbaijan and Turkey covers the purchase of 36 self-propelled howitzers.

The contract was signed in 2011. However, German MTU company that supplies engines for high-speed patrol boats produced both by “Firtina” and “Yonca Onuk” companies, refused to provide engines for military equipments ordered by Azerbaijan basing on embargo imposed by their country due to the armed conflict with Armenia.

The T-155 Firtina self-propelled howitzer is a modified variant of the Korean K9 Thunder. The T-155 Firtina is compatible with standard NATO 155-mm ammunition. Maximum range of fire is 30 km with standard HE projectile and 40 km with rocket-assisted projectile.

Firtina will be the second artillery system after 2S3 "Pion" systems for its range of fire in the Azerbaijani Armed Forces.

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