Republic of China Army More Than Quadrupling Acquisitions of American M109 Artillery

Republic of China Army More Than Quadrupling Acquisitions of American M109 Artillery

The Republic of China Ministry of National Defence is preparing to significantly expand orders for American M109 155mm self propelled howitzers, which are set to increase from 40 to 168 vehicles, or 420 percent of previously planned levels. Defence officials have reportedly pointed to the system’s considerable 40 kilometre engagement range, which bridges the gap between existing howitzers, and the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMA…

Taiwan Acquiring M109A7 Self-propelled Howitzers - Asian Military Review

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence on 5 July 2025 has decided to acquire one-hundred and sixty-eight M09A7 155mm self-propelled howitzers from the United States. This is a substantial increase from the previous plan which would have purchased forty systems. It is understood that this larger fielding is part of a broader effort toward modernizing the […] The post Taiwan Acquiring M109A7 Self-propelled Howitzers appeared first on Asian Military…

Taiwan To Acquire 168 M109A7 Howitzers Amid Artillery Overhaul

📍🚚🇹🇼 Taiwan has dramatically expanded its artillery modernization plans, announcing a purchase of 168 M109A7 155mm self-propelled howitzers, far exceeding its initial plan of 40 units. The decision marks a major pivot toward modern, mobile, and long-range firepower as Taipei faces increasing pressure from China. Key reasons behind the acquisition include the complete phasing out of outdated artillery systems, which are deemed ineffective in …

Taiwan Expands Artillery Arsenal with Latest U.S. M109A7 Howitzer Deal to Counter Growing Military Pressure from Beijing

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense has greenlit a sweeping upgrade of its ground-based firepower systems, spearheaded by the acquisition of 168 M109A7 155mm self-propelled howitzers. The deal, estimated at over NT$90 billion (approximately $2.75 billion USD), constitutes the single largest investment in Taiwan’s artillery capabilities in decades and is emblematic of the island’s growing reliance on advanced U.S. defense technology to counter …