U.S. Boosts 155mm Artillery Ammo Output with New Kansas Factory

The U.S. Army has inaugurated a new production facility in Parsons, Kansas, designed to ramp up output of 155mm artillery ammunition, a critical component of modern ground combat operations. This facility, focusing on the load, assemble, and pack phases of production, aims to produce up to 12,000 projectiles per month when fully operational. It is a key piece of the Army’s broader strategy to meet a target of 100,000 155mm rounds per month, significantly expanding its ability to equip U.S. force