According to an article published by AZE. Media on May 6, 2024, the Czech defense company Excalibur Army is planning to deliver over 70 units of the 155mm/L45 “DITA” self-propelled howitzers to Azerbaijan. This transaction represents the largest order of Czech or Slovak artillery systems since 1989.
The DITA 155mm, an 8×8 self-propelled howitzer developed by Excalibur Army, is designed to address modern artillery challenges. Derived from the Tatra 8×8 truck-mounted howitzer designs, it features a fully automated superstructure, requiring only a driver and commander on board. In January 2021, a functional prototype was completed, paving the way for performance testing. The DITA made its debut at IDEX 2021 in Abu Dhabi, presented in partnership with the UAE-based EDGE Group.