Hanwha Aerospace
012450.KS한화에어로스페이스
South Korea's largest defense company following its 2025 merger with Hanwha Defense, specializing in self-propelled howitzers, armored vehicles, aircraft engines, and defense electronics. Manufacturer of the globally successful K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzer, K239 Chunmoo MLRS, and AS21 Redback IFV.
Products & Systems
Bigung Loitering Munition
UAV/DroneBigung
The Bigung is a loitering munition (kamikaze drone) developed by Hanwha Aerospace. It can be launched from ground vehicles or infantry platforms, loiter over the battlefield to identify targets, and strike with precision. Part of Korea's push into unmanned combat systems.
In service since 2024
K10 Ammunition Resupply Vehicle
ArtilleryK10
Automated ammunition resupply vehicle designed to operate in conjunction with the K9 Thunder. Uses an automated conveyor system to transfer rounds to the K9 without crew exposure.
In service since 2010
K239 Chunmoo
Missile SystemK239
The K239 Chunmoo is a wheeled multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) capable of firing 130mm, 227mm, and 239mm guided and unguided rockets as well as the CTM-290 tactical ballistic missile. Selected by Poland, Romania, and reportedly the UAE.
In service since 2015
K9 Thunder
ArtilleryK9A1/A2
The K9 Thunder is a 155mm/52-caliber self-propelled howitzer that has become one of the most exported artillery systems in the world. Over 1,700 units have been produced for South Korea and export customers including Poland, Norway, Finland, Egypt, India, Estonia, Australia, and Romania.
In service since 1999
Redback IFV
Infantry Fighting VehicleAS21
The AS21 Redback is a next-generation infantry fighting vehicle developed to meet the Australian Land 400 Phase 3 requirement. Features a 30mm autocannon turret, advanced protection systems, and capacity for 8 dismounts.
In service since 2019
Export Contracts
| Contract | Buyer | Value | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain K9-Based Artillery Joint Development | Spain | $5.3B | signed | Mar 24, 2026 |
| UAE EDGE-DAPA Defense Cooperation Framework | United Arab Emirates | $35.0B | signed | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Norway K239 Chunmoo MLRS Selection | Norway | $2.0B | signed | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Poland Chunmoo Guided Missile Contract | Poland | $4.1B | signed | Dec 30, 2025 |
| Norway K9 VIDAR Third Order (24 Additional Howitzers) | Norway | N/A | signed | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Estonia K239 Chunmoo MLRS Order | Estonia | $315M | signed | Oct 24, 2025 |
| India Additional K9 Vajra SPH Order | India | $1.2B | signed | Jun 1, 2025 |
| Norway K239 Chunmoo MLRS Order | Norway | $580M | signed | Mar 1, 2025 |
| Poland Additional K239 Chunmoo Ammunition Order | Poland | $1.6B | signed | Feb 1, 2025 |
| Saudi Arabia K9 Thunder SPH Order | Saudi Arabia | $2.3B | signed | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Romania K9 Thunder Howitzer Order | Romania | $1.0B | in delivery | Jul 1, 2024 |
| Romania K239 Chunmoo MLRS Order | Romania | $1.3B | signed | Mar 1, 2024 |
| Romania K9 Thunder SPH Order | Romania | $920M | in delivery | Mar 1, 2023 |
| UAE K239 Chunmoo MLRS Order | United Arab Emirates | $3.5B | in delivery | Feb 20, 2023 |
| Australia AS21 Redback IFV Selection | Australia | $5.1B | in delivery | Feb 1, 2023 |
| Canada LAV Modernization (Hanwha) | Canada | $3.0B | signed | Jan 1, 2023 |
| Poland K239 Chunmoo MLRS Order | Poland | $3.5B | in delivery | Oct 1, 2022 |
| Poland K9 Thunder SPH Order | Poland | $3.5B | in delivery | Jul 27, 2022 |
| Australia Huntsman SPH (K9 Variant) | Australia | $1.0B | signed | Dec 1, 2021 |
| Egypt K9 Thunder SPH Order | Egypt | $1.7B | in delivery | Feb 1, 2021 |
| Estonia K9 Thunder SPH Order | Estonia | $58M | completed | May 1, 2018 |
| Norway K9 Thunder SPH Order | Norway | $240M | completed | Jun 1, 2017 |
| India K9 Vajra SPH Order | India | $700M | completed | Apr 1, 2017 |
| Finland K9 Thunder SPH Order | Finland | $170M | in delivery | Feb 1, 2017 |