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The Archer artillery system is a tracked, self-propelled howitzer designed for heavy armor engagement.
Answer: False
The Archer system is accurately classified as a *wheeled* self-propelled howitzer, not a tracked variant, as detailed in its technical specifications.
Development of the Archer system began in the late 1980s.
Answer: False
The development of the Archer system commenced in 1995, building upon earlier studies for a self-propelled howitzer based on the FH 77 howitzer.
The Archer system was designed by BAE Systems AB.
Answer: False
While BAE Systems AB manufactures the Archer system, it was originally designed by Bofors, which is now part of BAE Systems Bofors.
The Archer system's development built upon studies for a howitzer based on the FH 77.
Answer: True
The development trajectory of the Archer system indeed leveraged prior research and studies conducted for a self-propelled howitzer derived from the FH 77 design.
What classification best describes the Archer artillery system?
Answer: A wheeled, self-propelled howitzer.
The Archer is accurately classified as a wheeled self-propelled howitzer, distinguishing it from towed systems, tracked vehicles, or rocket artillery.
Who designed the Archer artillery system?
Answer: Bofors (now part of BAE Systems Bofors)
The Archer artillery system was originally designed by Bofors, a company that is now integrated into BAE Systems Bofors.
Which country was the first operator of the Archer system?
Answer: Sweden
The Swedish Army holds the distinction of being the first operator of the Archer artillery system.
The Archer system is manufactured by which company?
Answer: BAE Systems AB
The Archer artillery system is manufactured by BAE Systems AB.
The Archer system's primary armament is a 155 mm L52 gun-howitzer.
Answer: True
The primary armament of the Archer system is indeed a 155 mm L52 gun-howitzer, a key component of its artillery capabilities.
The cabin of the Archer offers protection against 12.7mm rounds and heavy artillery fragmentation.
Answer: False
The Archer's cabin provides protection against 7.62x51mm NATO AP rounds and artillery shell fragments, meeting STANAG 4569 Level 3 standards, rather than 12.7mm rounds.
The Archer system can be mounted on either a 6x6 or an 8x8 chassis.
Answer: True
The Archer system is indeed versatile, designed to be mounted on either a 6x6 articulated hauler chassis (like the Volvo A30D) or an 8x8 tactical truck chassis (like the Rheinmetall MAN HX2).
The Archer system is equipped with a remote-controlled weapon station for secondary armament.
Answer: True
The Archer system integrates an M151 Protector remote-controlled weapon station (RCWS) for secondary armament, enhancing its defensive capabilities.
The Archer system on the Rheinmetall MAN HX2 chassis is designated as Archer HX44M.
Answer: True
The configuration of the Archer system mounted on the Rheinmetall MAN HX2 8x8 truck chassis is officially designated as Archer HX44M.
The Archer system uses a 155 mm caliber gun.
Answer: True
The Archer system is equipped with a main gun of 155 mm caliber.
The Rheinmetall MAN HX2 chassis variant of the Archer has a higher maximum lateral lean capability than the Volvo A30D variant.
Answer: False
The Volvo A30D chassis variant exhibits a greater maximum lateral lean capability (28 degrees) compared to the Rheinmetall HX2 chassis variant (19 degrees).
The Rheinmetall HX2 chassis variant of the Archer has a more powerful engine than the Volvo A30D variant.
Answer: True
The Rheinmetall HX2 chassis variant is equipped with a more powerful engine (324 kW) compared to the Volvo A30D variant (252 kW).
The Archer system can be mounted on which two types of chassis mentioned in the source?
Answer: A 6x6 articulated hauler and an 8x8 tactical truck
The Archer system is designed for deployment on two primary chassis types: a 6x6 articulated hauler (specifically the Volvo A30D) and an 8x8 tactical truck (the Rheinmetall MAN HX2).
What is the designation for the Archer system when mounted on the Rheinmetall MAN HX2 8x8 truck chassis?
Answer: Archer HX44M
The variant of the Archer system mounted on the Rheinmetall MAN HX2 8x8 truck chassis is designated as Archer HX44M.
What is the caliber of the Archer's main gun?
Answer: 155 mm
The main gun of the Archer system is a 155 mm caliber howitzer.
What is the approximate mass of the Archer system when mounted on the Volvo A30D chassis?
Answer: 34.0 tonnes
When mounted on the Volvo A30D chassis, the Archer system has an approximate mass of 34.0 tonnes.
What is the maximum lateral lean capability of the Rheinmetall HX2 chassis variant?
Answer: 19 degrees
The Rheinmetall HX2 chassis variant of the Archer system possesses a maximum lateral lean capability of 19 degrees.
What is the maximum road speed of the Archer on the Rheinmetall HX2 chassis?
Answer: 90 km/h
The Archer system, when mounted on the Rheinmetall HX2 chassis, has a maximum road speed of 90 kilometers per hour.
The Archer system is capable of firing multiple rounds programmed to impact the target simultaneously.
Answer: True
The Archer system is capable of Multiple Rounds Simultaneous Impact (MRSI), a sophisticated capability allowing multiple shells to strike the target concurrently.
The Archer system requires more than one minute to deploy and redeploy on the battlefield.
Answer: False
Contrary to the statement, the Archer system is engineered for rapid operational tempo, with both deployment and redeployment times documented as less than 30 seconds.
Stealth features on the Archer include radar-absorbent paint and specialized camouflage nets.
Answer: True
The Archer incorporates several stealth features, including radar-absorbent paint and specialized camouflage nets designed to reduce its signature.
The M982 Excalibur guided projectile allows the Archer to engage targets beyond 60 kilometers.
Answer: False
While the M982 Excalibur guided projectile significantly extends the Archer's reach, its maximum engagement range with this munition is documented as exceeding 50 kilometers, not 60 kilometers.
The Archer system has a burst fire rate of three rounds in 10 seconds.
Answer: False
The Archer's burst fire capability is specified as three rounds within a 20-second interval, not 10 seconds.
The Archer's automated magazine can hold a maximum of 10 projectiles.
Answer: False
The Archer's automated magazine has a capacity of 21 projectiles, not 10.
The continuous fire rate of the Archer is 480 rounds per hour.
Answer: False
The Archer system's continuous fire rate is 75 rounds per hour. The figure of 480 rounds per hour refers to its intensive fire rate.
The Archer system is designed to operate exclusively on paved roads.
Answer: False
The Archer system is designed for significant off-road mobility, utilizing robust chassis like the Volvo A30D all-terrain articulated hauler, and is not restricted to operation solely on paved roads.
The Archer system can be used for direct-sighting engagements up to 2 kilometers.
Answer: True
The Archer system is indeed capable of direct-sighting engagements, with a documented range of up to 2,000 meters (2 kilometers).
The Archer system's stabilizer is used to enhance its mobility during firing.
Answer: False
The stabilizer is deployed to provide a stable firing platform, not to enhance mobility during firing.
The Archer system is designed to be deployed and redeployed in under 1 minute.
Answer: True
Indeed, the Archer system is engineered for rapid operational tempo, with both deployment and redeployment times documented as less than 30 seconds, well within the one-minute threshold.
The Archer system can utilize specialized munitions like the BONUS anti-armor rounds.
Answer: True
The Archer system is designed for versatility and can indeed utilize specialized munitions, including the Bofors 155 BONUS anti-armor rounds.
What is the maximum number of rounds the Archer can fire to achieve a Multiple Rounds Simultaneous Impact (MRSI)?
Answer: 6 rounds
The Archer system is capable of Multiple Rounds Simultaneous Impact (MRSI), allowing it to engage a target with up to six projectiles fired sequentially to impact concurrently.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a feature contributing to the Archer's stealth capabilities?
Answer: Low-profile chassis design
While the Archer incorporates radar-absorbent paint, infrared signature reduction, and specialized camouflage nets for stealth, a low-profile chassis design is not explicitly mentioned as a contributing factor in the provided source material.
What is the maximum range of the Archer when firing M982 Excalibur guided projectiles?
Answer: Exceeding 50 kilometers
When utilizing the M982 Excalibur guided projectile, the Archer system achieves a maximum engagement range that exceeds 50 kilometers.
How long does it take for the Archer system to deploy or redeploy?
Answer: Less than 30 seconds
The Archer system is optimized for rapid deployment and redeployment, with both operations requiring less than 30 seconds to complete.
What is the intensive fire rate of the Archer system?
Answer: 480 rounds per hour
The intensive fire rate of the Archer system allows for the firing of 20 rounds within 2.5 minutes, which equates to an hourly rate of 480 rounds.
What is the purpose of the hydraulically operated stabilizer at the rear of the Archer's chassis?
Answer: To provide a stable platform for firing the howitzer.
The hydraulically operated stabilizer at the rear of the Archer's chassis is deployed to ensure a stable platform for accurate firing of the howitzer.
What is the intensive fire rate of the Archer system in rounds per minute?
Answer: 8 rounds per minute
The intensive fire rate of the Archer system is 8 rounds per minute, achieved by firing its full magazine capacity of 20 rounds within 2.5 minutes.
What is the burst fire rate of the Archer system?
Answer: 3 rounds in 20 seconds
The Archer system is capable of a burst fire rate of three rounds within a 20-second interval.
What type of ammunition is used by the Archer for engaging armored vehicles?
Answer: Bofors 155 BONUS anti-armor rounds
For engaging armored vehicles, the Archer system utilizes specialized munitions such as the Bofors 155 BONUS anti-armor rounds.
Sweden initially ordered 7 Archer systems in 2008.
Answer: True
Sweden's initial order for the Archer system comprised seven units, placed in 2008.
Norway cancelled its Archer order due to budget cuts.
Answer: False
Norway cancelled its order for the Archer system in December 2013, citing unforeseen technical problems that impacted the system's development and production timeline, rather than budget cuts.
Ukraine has received more Archer systems than Sweden has ordered on the Rheinmetall HX2 platform.
Answer: False
This statement is factually incorrect. Ukraine has received 8 Archer systems, whereas Sweden's recent order on the Rheinmetall HX2 platform comprises 48 units.
The Latvian Land Forces are scheduled to begin receiving Archer systems in 2026.
Answer: True
The Latvian Land Forces are indeed slated to commence receiving their ordered Archer systems in the year 2026.
The US Army adopted the Archer system after evaluating it.
Answer: False
The United States Army evaluated the Archer system but ultimately decided not to proceed with its acquisition for their wheeled howitzer program.
Switzerland selected the Archer system for its artillery modernization program.
Answer: False
Switzerland did shortlist the Archer system for its artillery modernization initiative; however, it ultimately selected the RCH-155.
The Archer system can be transported by air using the C-130 Hercules aircraft.
Answer: False
While the Archer system is air-transportable, the specific aircraft mentioned in the source material capable of this are the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III and the Airbus A400M Atlas, not the C-130 Hercules.
The Archer system was valued at approximately $4.5 million per unit in 2010.
Answer: True
In 2010, the approximate unit valuation for the Archer system was indeed US$4.5 million.
The Swedish Army ordered 48 Archer systems on the Rheinmetall HX2 platform in September 2023 for $500 million.
Answer: True
This statement is accurate. In September 2023, the Swedish Army placed an order for 48 Archer systems on the Rheinmetall HX2 platform, with the contract valued at $500 million.
What was the approximate unit cost of the Archer system in 2010?
Answer: US$4.5 million
In the year 2010, the approximate unit cost attributed to the Archer system was US$4.5 million.
Which country cancelled its order for the Archer system due to technical issues?
Answer: Norway
Norway cancelled its order for the Archer system in December 2013, citing unforeseen technical problems that impacted the system's development and production timeline.
How many Archer systems did Sweden order in September 2023 on the Rheinmetall HX2 platform?
Answer: 48
In September 2023, the Swedish Army placed an order for 48 Archer systems, specifically configured for the Rheinmetall HX2 platform.
Which of the following countries has received Archer systems according to the source?
Answer: Ukraine
According to the provided information, Ukraine is among the countries that have received Archer artillery systems.
Which aircraft are mentioned as capable of air-transporting the Archer system?
Answer: Boeing C-17 Globemaster III and Airbus A400M Atlas
The Archer system can be transported by air using aircraft such as the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III and the Airbus A400M Atlas.
The Canadian Army is considering the Archer as a potential option for what?
Answer: A new artillery system
The Canadian Army is evaluating the Archer system as a potential candidate for its future artillery system requirements.
Which country shortlisted the Archer but ultimately chose the RCH-155?
Answer: Switzerland
Switzerland shortlisted the Archer system as part of its artillery modernization program but ultimately opted for the RCH-155.
What is the approximate time required to reload the Archer's magazine from its munitions carrier?
Answer: 10 minutes
Reloading the Archer's magazine from its dedicated munitions carrier is an automated process that takes approximately 10 minutes.
What is the approximate cost of the 48 Archer systems ordered by Sweden in September 2023?
Answer: US$500 million
The contract for the 48 Archer systems ordered by Sweden in September 2023 was valued at approximately US$500 million.
Ukrainian soldiers have referred to the Archer as 'Sniper Artillery' due to its precision.
Answer: True
Reports from the field indicate that Ukrainian soldiers have indeed nicknamed the Archer system 'Sniper Artillery,' a testament to its perceived precision and effectiveness.
The Swedish Army has noted challenges for the Archer operating in which specific environment?
Answer: Subarctic terrain with deep snow
The Swedish Army has identified operational challenges for the Archer system in subarctic environments, particularly those with deep snow and limited infrastructure.