Rheinmetall has secured a contract for a key project for the British Armed Forces. Among other items, the company will supply the weapon systems for the British Army’s RCH 155 wheeled howitzers. A corresponding supply contract was awarded to Rheinmetall in the second quarter of 2026. The contract value is in the low three-digit million-euro range.
The RCH 155 wheeled howitzer is a product of ARTEC GmbH, which is procured by both Germany and the United Kingdom. ARTEC is a joint venture between Rheinmetall and KNDS Deutschland, whose shareholders act as subcontractors.
In May 2026, the UK placed an order for 72 RCH 155 wheeled howitzers. Both countries are currently qualifying the 155 mm L/52 RC (remote-controlled) weapon system. Upon verification, Rheinmetall will supply 72 elevating masses and on-board tools. Additional non-recurring services will also be provided, such as support in preparing training materials and technical documentation. The weapon systems will be manufactured at Rheinmetall’s new gun production facility in Telford, which is being taken into operation step wise.
The RCH 155 combines the proven drive module of the GTK BOXER wheeled armoured vehicle with an enhanced, fully automated version of the weapon system used in the self-propelled Panzer howitzer 2000. It thus combines automated artillery firepower with a high level of protection and excellent wheeled mobility. Its ability to fire whilst moving is particularly notable, making it one of the most advanced systems of its kind. The wheeled artillery system features an unmanned, fully automated turret.
In the field of 155 mm weapon systems, Rheinmetall is not only one of the leading system houses but also one of the world’s largest ammunition manufacturers. The company is currently expanding its production capacity significantly.
American Rheinmetall awarded U.S. Army contract for Project Sustainment
American Rheinmetall has been awarded an 18-month contract for the U.S. Army’s Project Sustainment effort, executed through the National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC). As the prime contractor, American Rheinmetall will deliver next‑generation uncrewed ground vehicle (UGV) capabilities that strengthen the Army’s tactical sustainment operations and support its broader modernization objectives.
Under Project Sustainment, American Rheinmetall will provide hybrid‑powered, autonomous UGVs designed to support company‑sized element sustainment missions. These vehicles will autonomously transport supplies to and from the forward line of troops, reducing risk to Soldiers and increasing operational efficiency in contested environments.
The program emphasises advancements in autonomy, commerciality, and hybrid power integration, and incorporates innovative features such as voice control to enhance Soldier‑system interaction. Work will be conducted across U.S. facilities and test ranges.
American Rheinmetall is executing this effort in collaboration with key partners, including Harbinger, Forterra, and Primordial Labs. The partnership with Harbinger brings significant commercial technology and vehicle expertise to the program, enabling rapid development and scalable production pathways. Forterra provides the autonomous capabilities that enable distributed, mission-aware, and resilient military operations in contested environments. These capabilities strengthen the solution’s ability to operate with minimal human intervention while further reducing risk to Soldiers. Primordial Labs’ next-generation human-machine interface, Anura, transforms robotic systems into battlefield teammates. By distilling commander’s intent through intuitive, natural language commands, Anura scales the Soldier-to-robot ratio, reduces cognitive burden, accelerates training timelines, and enables heads-up, hands-free operation.
“This award expands American Rheinmetall’s growing portfolio of uncrewed ground systems within the U.S. market and reinforces our position as a leader in ground robotics and autonomous technologies,” said Jim Schirmer, VP of Sales & Marketing, American Rheinmetall. “Project Sustainment directly supports the Army’s modernization priorities by delivering autonomous load‑handling and transport capabilities that increase readiness and reduce the burden on soldiers.”
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