dana-m2

The DANA M2 is a modernised version of the Czechoslovak 152mm DANA vz.77 self-propelled howitzer, mounted on a Tatra 8x8 chassis. It features an upgraded fire control system, improved navigation, and enhanced communication capabilities for increased combat effectiveness.

Developed by the Czech defense firm Excalibur Army in the late 2010s, the DANA M2 was designed to extend the operational life of the Cold War-era vz. 77 system by integrating modern digital architectures while retaining the legacy 152mm caliber. The system completed manufacturer trials in 2020, leading to an initial export contract with Ukraine that same year. Following deliveries, the DANA M2 saw its first major combat deployment during the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, where Ukrainian artillery crews utilized its rapid deployment capabilities. Today, the DANA M2 remains in active service and production, serving as a highly mobile and cost-effective artillery solution for nations maintaining stockpiles of 152mm ammunition.