Today, we’re looking at the AS9 Huntsman self-propelled howitzer, Australia’s newest long-range artillery system, based on South Korea’s battle-proven K9 Thunder. Australia just received its first AS9 Huntsman, the beginning of a $788 million contract for 30 self-propelled howitzers and 15 AS10 armored resupply vehicles. These will be built at the Hanwha Armoured Vehicle Centre of Excellence (H-ACE) in Geelong and fully operational by 2027. This is a major upgrade from the towed M777 howitzers Australia has relied on for years. The Huntsman offers superior mobility, protection, and firepower, making it a game-changer for modern artillery warfare.