The Estonian Defence Forces demonstrated a K9 self-propelled howitzer equipped with a counter-drone jammer at a military base in Tapa, highlighting an approach to improving the artillery platform’s survivability against uncrewed aerial systems.
The demonstration took place on September 4, the final day of the fifth K9 User Club, which was hosted by the Estonian Defence Forces from September 2 to 4. More than 200 military and industry representatives attended the three-day forum before traveling to Tapa for the field visit.
Delegations from seven K9 user countries – South Korea, Estonia, Poland, Norway, Finland, Romania and Australia – participated in the event, while Spain and Sweden attended as observers.
The forum provided an opportunity for K9 operators to exchange operational experience, discuss capability requirements and examine potential developments for the artillery system. Topics included operational lessons, maintenance, ammunition interoperability and training.
“The K9 has established itself as an outstanding and highly capable artillery system. Its performance, reliability, and operational capabilities have earned the trust of a growing number of NATO allies and partner nations,” said Major General Viktor Kalnitski, Deputy Commander of the Estonian Defence Forces.
