Slovakia to Halt Zuzana 2 Production
Slovakia plans to end production of the 155 mm Zuzana 2 self-propelled howitzer, shifting focus to the Eva system.
The decision is influenced by the russo-Ukrainian war, which has changed global demand for artillery systems, highlighting limitations of older designs like Zuzana 2.
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.
- These systems prioritize crew safety and rapid redeployment.
Slovakia's defense minister and sources cited by Denník N support this reasoning.
Author's summary: Slovakia stops Zuzana 2 production due to war.