Heavy Howitzer Loses Out: the Zuzana 2 System Phased Down in Slovak Defense Shakeup
Slovakia plans to halt production of the Zuzana 2 system after the war reshaped buyer preferences, moving industrial focus to the lighter, more modern Eva system.
Slovakia is reportedly preparing to end production of its 155 mm Zuzana 2 self-propelled howitzer, shifting resources toward the development and manufacturing of the newer Eva artillery system.
the war in Ukraine "killed" the Zuzana 2 system's chances on the international market.
Modern buyers prefer lighter, more mobile, and highly automated systems that prioritize crew safety and rapid redeployment.
- Less!ons from the russo-Ukrainian war reshaped global demand for artillery systems.
- Limitations of older designs like Zuzana 2.
Author summary: Slovakia stops Zuzana 2 production.