The French defense procurement agency has contracted KNDS France for its support in developing the Katana high precision guided ammunition.
The 155 mm shell is currently at technology readiness level 6 (demonstration), with sale approval expected in two years.
Katana can be fired from all 52 caliber barrels to strike high value targets such as artillery systems, radars or command posts.
The Mk 2 version has a stated range of 60 kilometers (37 miles) and a circular error probability (accuracy) of less than 10 meters (33 feet), reducing collateral damage in urban areas.
It features a six-kilogram (13 pounds) high explosive insensitive warhead and a programmable multi-mode fuse for modulated terminal effect according to the target and its protection levels.