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Czech Republic begins domestic CAESAR 8x8 howitzer production with KNDS

KNDS said serial production of 62 CAESAR 8x8 howitzers for the Czech army starts at Excalibur Army in June 2025, with 40 percent built locally by Retia and Tatra. Teams trained at KNDS's French Roanne plant; deliveries are due from 2026.

Verified AI-drafted KNDS press release, 27 May 2025

What it does not test. It does not disclose the contract's monetary value or confirm production has actually started.

How this item counts. This item is dated before the index starts on 1 January 2026, so it does not count in the European Sovereignty Index.

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