Self-Propelled Howitzer
Zuzana 2
The Zuzana 2 is a Slovak 155 mm/52 wheeled self-propelled howitzer made by Konštrukta-Defence in Trenčín, with the first vehicles accepted in 2019. It is built on a Tatra 8×8 chassis and has been delivered to Slovakia and Ukraine.
Slovakia|Konštrukta-DefenceWhat Is the Zuzana 2? Overview, History and Development
The original Zuzana (vz. 2000) used a 155 mm/45 gun. Zuzana 2 moves to a 52-calibre barrel with an automatic loader and a crew of four, as commonly cited. It sits on a Tatra 8×8 chassis with a T3D-928-70 V8 of about 442 hp, weighs about 34 t and reaches 90 km/h on road. The gun fires NATO-standard 155 mm ammunition at up to 6 rounds per minute, with a range of about 40 km standard and about 50 km with VLAP rounds.
The first Zuzana 2 was accepted by the Slovak Army in 2019, and deliveries continued afterwards. Slovakia operates about 35 to 41 units across Zuzana and Zuzana 2, and Cyprus holds 12 of the earlier version. Ukraine received Zuzana 2 vehicles, with 16 reported in a 2022 to 2023 Slovak donation and further purchases, fewer than 24 in total as reported. An updated Zuzana 2 EVO has also been announced. Rivals include the CAESAR 8×8, Archer, RCH 155 and Krab.
Zuzana 2 Specifications: Weight, Armament, Armor and Mobility
Zuzana 2 Variants and Versions Compared
Zuzana (vz. 2000) is the original 155 mm/45 wheeled howitzer used by Slovakia and Cyprus.
Zuzana 2 is the modernised 155 mm/52 version with an automatic loader, accepted in 2019.
Zuzana 2 EVO is the updated modernisation of the Zuzana 2 announced by the manufacturer.
Which Countries Use the Zuzana 2? Operators and Users
Slovakia
Ukraine
CyprusZuzana 2 FAQ: Price, Range, Operators and Most Asked Questions
Is the Zuzana 2 used in Ukraine?
Yes, the Zuzana 2 is used in Ukraine. Slovakia reportedly donated 16 in 2022 and 2023, with further purchases, bringing the reported total to fewer than 24.
Who makes the Zuzana 2?
The Zuzana 2 is made by Konštrukta-Defence in Trenčín, Slovakia. It is a 155 mm/52 howitzer on a Tatra 8×8 chassis.
What is the range of the Zuzana 2?
The Zuzana 2 has a range of about 40 km with standard ammunition and about 50 km with VLAP rounds, as commonly cited. Its rate of fire is up to 6 rounds per minute.
How many Zuzana howitzers does Slovakia have?
Slovakia operates about 35 to 41 Zuzana howitzers, a mix of the original Zuzana and the Zuzana 2. Cyprus also holds 12 earlier-version units.
How fast is the Zuzana 2?
The Zuzana 2 reaches about 90 km/h on road. It weighs about 34 t and uses a roughly 442 hp Tatra V8 diesel engine on an 8×8 chassis.
Zuzana 2 vs CAESAR: which is better?
The Zuzana 2 is a 34 t, 8×8 howitzer with an automatic loader and a crew of four, while the CAESAR 8×8 is a lighter truck-mounted French design. Both fire 155 mm NATO ammunition, so choice depends on cost and requirements.