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The Brazilian Army selects Israeli ATMOS howitzer for its VBCOAP 155mm SR program, aiming to modernize its artillery capabilities, with 36 units planned for acquisition.

The Brazilian Army's Logistics Command has made a significant decision in its pursuit of modernizing its artillery capabilities. After a thorough evaluation process, the winning bid for the self-propelled 155mm howitzers, under the VBCOAP 155mm SR program, has been announced.

The selected artillery system is the Israeli ATMOS, offered by Elbit Systems Land. This system will be mounted on Czech Tatra T815 6x6 trucks, fulfilling the requirements outlined by the Exército Brasileiro.

Competing against several other bids, the Israeli ATMOS stood out for its adherence to the specified criteria. It surpassed contenders such as the Slovakian Zuzana 2 from Excalibur International, the French CAESAR from KNDS France, and the Chinese SH15 from Norinco.

The VBCOAP 155mm SR program aims to acquire 36 artillery systems for the Brazilian Army. The initial step involves signing a contract for the first two howitzers on May 7th. These units will undergo technical and operational evaluations and are expected to be delivered within 12 months of contract signing.

Upon successful completion of trials, the remaining 34 systems will be ordered and delivered progressively by 2034.

This selection marks a significant milestone in the Brazilian Army's efforts to modernize its artillery capabilities, ensuring readiness and effectiveness in defense operations.