Ukraine receives first 155mm artillery ammunition from Rheinmetall
Ulviyya Poladova
Read moreGerman defense company Rheinmetall has delivered artillery ammunition to Ukraine for the first time from its new production facility in Unterlüß, Lower Saxony, AzerNEWS reports.
According to the information, the shipment includes RH1412-type 155mm artillery shells produced at the new plant, while propellant charges are being supplied from other production sites. The company said that more than half of the order has already been completed, with the remaining ammunition and propellant charges expected to be delivered by the end of 2026.
The next-generation RH1412 shells are designed for use with various 155mm artillery systems and are characterized by their extended range and high combat effectiveness.
Rheinmetall said it is expanding existing production capacities and establishing new facilities to meet growing demand.
The Düsseldorf-based company has increased large-caliber ammunition production since 2022 and aims to manufacture 1.5 million 155mm artillery shells annually by 2030.
Here we are to serve you with news right now. It does not cost much, but worth your attention.
Choose to support open, independent, quality journalism and subscribe on a monthly basis.
By subscribing to our online newspaper, you can have full digital access to all news, analysis, and much more.
You can also follow AzerNEWS on Twitter @AzerNewsAz or Facebook @AzerNewsNewspaper
Thank you!