Norinco's SH16A wheeled self-propelled howitzer features an unmanned turret. (Janes/Sam Wise)
China North Industries Corporation (Norinco) displayed its new 155 mm/52 calibre SH16A self-propelled howitzer (SPH) at the recently concluded Airshow China 2024 exhibition in Zhuhai.
State-owned China Central Television (CCTV) reported that the 8×8 wheeled SH16A SPH is fitted with an unmanned turret gun with automated ammunition, charge loading, and laying systems. It is operated by a crew of three personnel.
According to footage published by CCTV, the SPH also features a smaller remote-controlled 30 mm turret gun.
According to Janes analysis, the SH16A is mounted on an upgraded version of Norinco's ZBL-09 chassis.
The maximum range of the SPH is more than 50 km using rocket-assisted projectiles, Norinco said.
Citing Norinco, state-owned China Daily said that when loaded with shells, the SH16A weighs 39.6 tonnes and can travel at a speed of 110 km/h cross-country.
Norinco added that the gun can fire multiple types of munitions such as satellite and laser guided systems.
Citing Norinco spokesperson Cheng Ziheng, China Daily said, “[The SH16A] has an adjustable suspension system that allows for transport by aircraft, and also features better protection against land mines and improvised explosive devices. Its armour system is capable of withstanding armour-piercing gun rounds and even some anti-tank rockets from all directions.”
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