Vietnam develops PTH-130 and PTH-152 self-propelled howitzers

International military news outlets, including MilitaryLeak, Defense Studies, and Conflictora, have reported on the development of Vietnam's PTH-130 and PTH-152 self-propelled howitzers. Following inspections by Senior Lieutenant General Pham Hoai Nam and a Ministry of Defense delegation on October 14, 2026, it was announced that both systems have completed design, manufacturing, and assembly.

The PTH-130, led by the Military Technical Academy, utilizes the 130 mm M-46 gun. The PTH-152, led by Viettel High Technology Corporation, features a configuration on a KamAZ chassis, including an armored cabin and a rotating turret.

Both systems have successfully undergone mobility tests and initial firing trials that met required standards. Current efforts are focused on improving stability and reliability to prepare for final evaluation, acceptance, and potential mass production.