What is ATMOS 2000?
ATMOS 2000 (Autonomous Truck Mounted howitzer System) is a 155 mm /52 calibre self-propelled gun system manufactured by Israeli military manufacturer Soltam Systems . The system is long range, fast moving, truck mounted with a high firepower and mobility, rapid deployment, short response time, operable in all terrain areas.
What is the ATMOS 2000 155 mm self-propelled howitzer?
The ATMOS 2000 155 mm self-propelled howitzer was developed by Soltam as a private venture. This SPH is aimed mainly at the export market. ATMOS 2000 155 mm Self-Propelled Howitzer | Military-Today.com
What is the Atmos for the Thai Army?
ATMOS for the Thai Army has a number of improvements. It was developed in cooperation with Thailand’s military industrial complex. Its development commenced in 2012 and the new truck mounted howitzer was revealed in 2013. This artillery system has a shorter 155 mm/L39 gun. It is fitted with an armored cab.
Will Atmos be implemented on 8×8 trucks?
The ATMOS has been demonstrated implemented on 8×8 trucks. However this version received no production orders so far. Variants ATMOS for the Thai Army has a number of improvements.