Howitzer Artillery System Market Size, Share & Russia Ukraine War Impact Analysis, By Type (Towed Howitzer, Airborne Howitzer, Self-Propelled Howitzer, and Truck Mounted Howitzer), By Caliber (105, 155, and 203), By Application (Artillery Support, Siege Warfare, Counter-Battery Fire and Strategic Bombardment) Range (5-30 Kilometers, 30-50 Kilometers and Above 60 Kilometers), Component (Barrel, Breech, Carriage, Elevating Mechanism, Recoil Mechanism, Firing Mechanism, and Ammunition), Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

The global howitzer artillery system market is undergoing notable growth, with a substantial CAGR expected during the forecast period leading up to 2032. A howitzer is a type of artillery gun that is designed to fire shells at high trajectories over relatively short ranges. Howitzers are typically shorter and heavier than other types of artillery guns, with large caliber barrels that allow for firing heavier projectile. Modern howitzers are typically towed or self-propelled and can be quickly deployed in the field. They are designed to be highly mobile and can be moved quickly from one location to another, making them an essential component of many modern armies.

One of the Key feature of a howitzer is its ability to fire shells at high angle of elevation, allowing the projectile to come down at a steep angle and strike targets that are behind cover or located in defilade. Howitzer can also be used to fire indirectly, meaning that the gun crew does not need to have a direct line of sight to the target.

The howitzer artillery system market for largely driven by military demand. Countries with large militaries, particularly with large militaries, particularly those engaged in conflicts or with security concerns, are the main buyers of howitzer. In addition, some countries with smaller militaries also purchase howitzer for defensive purpose or as part of peacekeeping missions.

There has been a trend towards the development of more advanced howitzer systems industry, such as those equipped with digital fire control system and GPS guidance. These advanced system offer improved accuracy and reliability, making them more attractive to militaries.

The howitzer artillery system market is influenced by geopolitical factors and global economic conditions also. For example, changes in government policies or military budgets can impact demand for howitzers, while geopolitical tension or conflicts can lead to an increase in demand for military equipment such as howitzers. Howitzers have been used by militaries around the world for centuries, and continue to be an important part of modern artillery arsenals. They are used for a variety of purposes, including providing fire support to ground troops, destroying enemy fortifications, and suppressing enemy positions.

Russia Ukraine War Impact

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has had a significant impact on the market for howitzer artillery system.

The conflict has been an increase in demand for howitzer by the Ukrainian military. In response to the conflict, Ukraine has been rapidly expanding and modernizing its military, including its artillery capabilities. Howitzer have been a key components of this expansion, with the Ukraine purchasing system from a range of manufacturers. The conflict has also highlighted the importance of advanced military system, particularly those equipped with digital fire control system offer improved accuracy and precision, which is critical in urban warfare and other complex combat scenario. On the other hand, the conflict has also led to concern about the proliferation of howitzer artillery system in the region. There are fears that the conflict may lead to the spread of advanced weaponry to other countries or non-state actors, which could have destabilizing effects on the region.

The howitzer artillery system market is segmented based on Caliber, by range, by component, and By region, and by Key Players. The rising demand from defense sectors for enhanced military equipment to combat adversary assaults drives the howitzer artillery systems market size. There are several type of Howitzers, including towed howitzer, self-propelled howitzer, and truck mounted howitzer. Towed howitzer are typically transported by trucks or other vehicles, and can be quickly set up and fire from a stationary position. Self-propelled howitzer are mounted on armoured vehicles, allowing them to move quickly and provide direct fire from support troops. 

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Regional Analysis

North America holds the largest proportion of the global artillery system market. The U.S. land Forces Inventory includes 1365 rocket projectors, 1340 piece of Towed Artillery, and 1500 pieces of the self-propelled artillery. They also have the M777 Howitzer, the M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System, And the M1097 Paladim 155mm Self Propelled Howitzer. The U.S. Navy, expects to replace its fleet of antiquated navy ship with modern and cutting edge naval vessels in the coming years, creating a demand for upgraded artillery weapons.

Key Market Players

• BAE Systems


• General Dynamics


• Denel SOC Ltd


• Hanwha Group


• Elbit Systems


• ST Engineering


• Lockheed Martin


• IMI Systems


• Avibras


• RUAG Group


• Others

Howitzer Artillery System Market Segmentation

Recent Developments 

• In 2020, the US department of defense and BAE System announced an agreement worth about 339 million USD for the production of 48 Vehicles sets of M109A7 self-propelled howitzer (SPH) and its companion, the M992A3 carrier, ammunition, tracked (CAT) Vehicle, including post-delivery support and spare parts.


• In December 2021, Australia signed a contract with South Korea to Purchase 30 K-9 Thunder Self Propelled howitzers. Australia is the eight country to buy a South Korean made Howitzer.