It made its combat debut in the War in Afghanistan. With a weight of 4,200 kg (9,300 lb), the M777 is 41% lighter than the 7,154 kg (15,772 lb) M198 howitzer it replaces. Much of the weight reduction ...

Summary and What You Need to Know: The M777 Howitzer, a lightweight yet powerful artillery system, has proven vital on the Ukrainian battlefield and could play a crucial role in Taiwan’s defense ...