A new Turkish self-propelled howitzer has entered operational service, marking a step toward greater independence in artillery production. The system, designated T-155 TTA, integrates a locally produced 155mm gun with a modern 8×8 wheeled chassis and an advanced digital fire control suite.
The program was launched in 2020 under the supervision of the Ministry of National Defense’s General Directorate of Military Factories. After an extensive testing phase that included 20,000 kilometers of endurance trials and 350 live-fire rounds, the vehicle was formally accepted into service following its successful qualification program.
The T-155 TTA combines the proven MKE Panter 155mm howitzer with a BMC 8×8 platform, offering a road range of approximately 600 kilometers and a top speed of 80 km/h. Its wheeled design provides greater mobility on paved roads and reduces maintenance demands compared to tracked systems, allowing faster redeployment and improved operational efficiency.
Capable of firing up to six rounds per minute, the howitzer can engage targets within 30 seconds of halting. Depending on ammunition type, its range varies from 18 km with standard high-explosive shells to 40 km using extended-range projectiles. The gun system carries 24 rounds on board and operates with a computerized fire control and navigation suite compatible with C4I networks.
According to the Defense Post, additional onboard systems include a muzzle-velocity radar, thermal imaging, and inertial navigation, enabling precision strikes under all weather and visibility conditions. The vehicle’s armored cab, compliant with STANAG 4569 standards, offers protection against ballistic and mine threats.
Interoperability is supported through adherence to NATO’s 155mm Joint Ballistics Memorandum of Understanding, ensuring compatibility with allied ammunition stocks.
The T-155 TTA is the first domestically produced wheeled self-propelled howitzer and complements the army’s existing fleet of tracked T-155 Fırtına guns and upgraded legacy systems. Its induction reflects a broader trend toward mobile, networked, and locally (Turkish) manufactured artillery platforms designed for rapid, long-range support across multiple operational environments.
The press release can be found here.
