AS9 Huntsman SPG
Get your hands on a durable, 1:35 scaled 3D printed model of an Australian Defence Force (ADF) armoured vehicle, crafted with precision for tactical displays and training use. Designed specifically for display purposes, this multi-colour model incorporates vibrant AusCam-inspired colours.
Each model is meticulously created to meet the needs of orders groups, collectors, and educators, adding authentic detail for strategic planning, orders delivery, and Australian military displays. Ready to deploy straight from the box, this model is a dependable addition to terrain models and military-themed dioramas, perfect for illustrating military tactics in orders groups.
Best Use: Orders groups, tactical displays, military collectors, and educational setups.
Bring a piece of Australian military precision into your setup—ideal for collectors, tactical trainers, and anyone with an interest in ADF-inspired models.
The K9 Thunder is a South Korean 155 mm self-propelled howitzer, developed by the Agency for Defense Development and private companies including Dongmyeong Heavy Industries, Kia Heavy Industry, Poongsan Corporation, and Samsung Aerospace Industries for the Republic of Korea Armed Forces. It is currently manufactured by Hanwha Aerospace. K9 howitzers operate in conjunction with the K10 Ammunition Resupply Vehicle variant.
The entire K9 fleet operated by the Republic of Korea Armed Forces is undergoing upgrades to the K9A1, with a further upgraded variant, the K9A2, in testing for production. As of 2022, the K9 series held a 52% share of the global self-propelled howitzer market since 2000.
The K9 was evaluated by the Australian military starting in April 2010, where it demonstrated compatibility with the M982 Excalibur. The Australian variant, designated AS9, is expected to include a NATO-standard fire-control system, the Battlefield Management System – Fires (BMS-F), a Remote Weapon System (RWS), and anti-tank mine protection. Its hydropneumatic suspension was enhanced to support increased weight.
Production of the AS9 and the AS10 ammunition resupply vehicle began in June 2023. In July, the Australian Army conducted ammunition compatibility tests at the Agency for Defense Development test centre in South Korea. In August, Israeli company Epsilor was selected to supply NATO-standard 6T Li-ion batteries for the howitzer.
On 28 March 2024, Hanwha Aerospace announced the start of assembly of two AS9s and one AS10 in Changwon, with the remaining 28 AS9s and 14 AS10s to be built at the H-ACE facility in Australia. On 23 August 2024, Hanwha Aerospace held an opening ceremony for H-ACE, attended by Korean and Australian government officials. The factory will begin mass production of the AS9 and AS10 this year, with all vehicles scheduled for delivery to the Australian Army by 2027.
Get your hands on a durable, 1:35 scaled 3D printed model of an Australian Defence Force (ADF) armoured vehicle, crafted with precision for tactical displays and training use. Designed specifically for display purposes, this multi-colour model incorporates vibrant AusCam-inspired colours.
Each model is meticulously created to meet the needs of orders groups, collectors, and educators, adding authentic detail for strategic planning, orders delivery, and Australian military displays. Ready to deploy straight from the box, this model is a dependable addition to terrain models and military-themed dioramas, perfect for illustrating military tactics in orders groups.
Best Use: Orders groups, tactical displays, military collectors, and educational setups.
Bring a piece of Australian military precision into your setup—ideal for collectors, tactical trainers, and anyone with an interest in ADF-inspired models.
The K9 Thunder is a South Korean 155 mm self-propelled howitzer, developed by the Agency for Defense Development and private companies including Dongmyeong Heavy Industries, Kia Heavy Industry, Poongsan Corporation, and Samsung Aerospace Industries for the Republic of Korea Armed Forces. It is currently manufactured by Hanwha Aerospace. K9 howitzers operate in conjunction with the K10 Ammunition Resupply Vehicle variant.
The entire K9 fleet operated by the Republic of Korea Armed Forces is undergoing upgrades to the K9A1, with a further upgraded variant, the K9A2, in testing for production. As of 2022, the K9 series held a 52% share of the global self-propelled howitzer market since 2000.
The K9 was evaluated by the Australian military starting in April 2010, where it demonstrated compatibility with the M982 Excalibur. The Australian variant, designated AS9, is expected to include a NATO-standard fire-control system, the Battlefield Management System – Fires (BMS-F), a Remote Weapon System (RWS), and anti-tank mine protection. Its hydropneumatic suspension was enhanced to support increased weight.
Production of the AS9 and the AS10 ammunition resupply vehicle began in June 2023. In July, the Australian Army conducted ammunition compatibility tests at the Agency for Defense Development test centre in South Korea. In August, Israeli company Epsilor was selected to supply NATO-standard 6T Li-ion batteries for the howitzer.
On 28 March 2024, Hanwha Aerospace announced the start of assembly of two AS9s and one AS10 in Changwon, with the remaining 28 AS9s and 14 AS10s to be built at the H-ACE facility in Australia. On 23 August 2024, Hanwha Aerospace held an opening ceremony for H-ACE, attended by Korean and Australian government officials. The factory will begin mass production of the AS9 and AS10 this year, with all vehicles scheduled for delivery to the Australian Army by 2027.
Get your hands on a durable, 1:35 scaled 3D printed model of an Australian Defence Force (ADF) armoured vehicle, crafted with precision for tactical displays and training use. Designed specifically for display purposes, this multi-colour model incorporates vibrant AusCam-inspired colours.
Each model is meticulously created to meet the needs of orders groups, collectors, and educators, adding authentic detail for strategic planning, orders delivery, and Australian military displays. Ready to deploy straight from the box, this model is a dependable addition to terrain models and military-themed dioramas, perfect for illustrating military tactics in orders groups.
Best Use: Orders groups, tactical displays, military collectors, and educational setups.
Bring a piece of Australian military precision into your setup—ideal for collectors, tactical trainers, and anyone with an interest in ADF-inspired models.
The K9 Thunder is a South Korean 155 mm self-propelled howitzer, developed by the Agency for Defense Development and private companies including Dongmyeong Heavy Industries, Kia Heavy Industry, Poongsan Corporation, and Samsung Aerospace Industries for the Republic of Korea Armed Forces. It is currently manufactured by Hanwha Aerospace. K9 howitzers operate in conjunction with the K10 Ammunition Resupply Vehicle variant.
The entire K9 fleet operated by the Republic of Korea Armed Forces is undergoing upgrades to the K9A1, with a further upgraded variant, the K9A2, in testing for production. As of 2022, the K9 series held a 52% share of the global self-propelled howitzer market since 2000.
The K9 was evaluated by the Australian military starting in April 2010, where it demonstrated compatibility with the M982 Excalibur. The Australian variant, designated AS9, is expected to include a NATO-standard fire-control system, the Battlefield Management System – Fires (BMS-F), a Remote Weapon System (RWS), and anti-tank mine protection. Its hydropneumatic suspension was enhanced to support increased weight.
Production of the AS9 and the AS10 ammunition resupply vehicle began in June 2023. In July, the Australian Army conducted ammunition compatibility tests at the Agency for Defense Development test centre in South Korea. In August, Israeli company Epsilor was selected to supply NATO-standard 6T Li-ion batteries for the howitzer.
On 28 March 2024, Hanwha Aerospace announced the start of assembly of two AS9s and one AS10 in Changwon, with the remaining 28 AS9s and 14 AS10s to be built at the H-ACE facility in Australia. On 23 August 2024, Hanwha Aerospace held an opening ceremony for H-ACE, attended by Korean and Australian government officials. The factory will begin mass production of the AS9 and AS10 this year, with all vehicles scheduled for delivery to the Australian Army by 2027.
