Crusader XM2001 Self-Propelled Howitzer: Background and Issues for Congress

Bruner, Edward F. ; Bowman, Steven R.

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service.

关键词: Weapons systems;    Army;    Artillery;   

RP-ID  :  RS21218
RP-ID  :  RS21218 2002-06-25

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来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

The Army has been seeking to enhance its self-propelled 155mm artillery capabilities since the late 1970's. Among other tasks, artillery systems provide direct-fire maneuver forces, such as tanks and infantry, with immediate, heavy, indirect fires from a distance. Congress has become actively involved in deciding the fate of the Crusader, whether that be to endorse the DOD cancellation decision, continue the current development schedule, or to choose another option.