Archer artillery system
| Archer | |
|---|---|
A deployed Archer | |
| Type | Wheeled self-propelled howitzer |
| Place of origin | Sweden |
| Service history | |
| In service | Since 2016 |
| Used by | Operators |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Bofors |
| Designed | 1995–2009 |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems AB |
| Unit cost | US$4.5M (2010) US$10.4M (2023) |
| Produced | Since 2010 |
| No. built | 48 (+ 66 on order) |
| Specifications (See technical data) | |
| Caliber | 155 mm |
Main armament | FH 77 derived howitzer |
| References | Janes |
The Archer artillery system, or Archer – FH77BW L52, or Artillerisystem 08, is a Swedish self-propelled howitzer system. The main piece of the system is a fully automated 155 mm L52 (52-calibre-long) gun-howitzer and a M151 Protector remote-controlled weapon station mounted on a modified 6×6 chassis of the Volvo A30D all-terrain articulated hauler. The crew and engine compartment is armoured and the cab is fitted with bullet and fragmentation-resistant windows. The system also includes an ammunition resupply vehicle, a support vehicle, BONUS submunitions, and M982 Excalibur guided projectiles.
Its superior attack range and exceptional maneuverability makes it ideal for counter-battery fire.