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Exploring Argentina’s Decision to Acquire the Atmos Artillery System and the Brazilian Army’s Postponement of the Purchase of This Israeli Howitzer
While the Brazilian Army decided to temporarily postpone the purchase of new Israeli Atmos howitzers, Argentina chose to acquire this artillery system. This decision comes after the Argentine Army evaluated different options, including the Caesar howitzer from the French company Nexter.
Argentina’s choice of the Atmos is due to several advantages that this system presents compared to other alternatives, such as greater range in kilometers, more suitable dimensions for air transport, and an open-source munition technology, unlike the Caesar which has proprietary technology.
The Advantages of the Atmos for Argentina
In addition to its technical characteristics, the Atmos also offers advantages in terms of logistical support. According to the assessment conducted by the Argentine Army, the Elbit Systems artillery combat vehicle (ACV) that manufactures the Atmos demonstrated greater ease for replacing components and supplies, such as tires, which are available in the national market.
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These logistical considerations were a key factor in Argentina’s decision to opt for the Atmos instead of the Caesar. The ability to have an artillery system whose logistical support better adapts to the country’s needs and capabilities is a fundamental aspect for ensuring the operationality and long-term sustainability of this military equipment.
The Future of Artillery in Brazil
Meanwhile, the future of new howitzer acquisitions by the Brazilian Army remains uncertain. Although Brazil initially considered purchasing the Atmos, it ended up deciding to temporarily discard this option for political reasons.
It will be interesting to see if Brazil will reconsider its decision in the future or if it will choose another howitzer model to modernize its artillery. For now, Argentina’s choice of the Atmos seems to have been a wise decision, allowing it to have an advanced artillery system suited to its needs.
The Future of New Howitzer Acquisitions by the Brazilian Army Remains Uncertain
The decision of Argentina to acquire the Atmos howitzer after evaluating different options, including the 155mm Caesar, reflects a careful assessment of the technical and logistical characteristics of these artillery systems. Greater range, more suitable dimensions for air transport, and the open-source munition technology of the Atmos, along with its better adaptation to local logistical support, were key factors in this system’s selection by the Argentine Army.
Meanwhile, the future of new howitzer acquisitions by Brazil remains uncertain, after the country decided to temporarily discard the purchase of the Atmos. It will be interesting to see if Brazil will reconsider its decision or opt for another alternative to modernize its artillery in the coming years.
Se a Elbit retaliar vai paralisar boa parte da aviação brasileira e a Embraer que usam seus avionicos e demais equipamentos. Compra as geringonças chinesa ou do putin….
Parabéns ao Exercito Brasileiro.
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Decisão sábia , vamos comprar de qualquer outro , menos de Israel.
Vai comprar sucata da China ou sejo lixo da China.
Agente secreto hebraico , não perca seu tempo , a china faz melhor.
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Vai dormir com o torá enfiado no r…
Gosta tanto em falar de **** que gosta né cadelinha do Putin
Deve enfiar pensando no Putin ou no xingpin