Paladin Integrated Management (PIM)
Abstract
The M109 Family of Vehicles (FOV) 155-millimeter / 39-caliber Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH) provides the primary indirect fire support for full spectrum operations. It has the ability to support Armored Brigade Combat Teams, Infantry Brigade Combat Teams, and Stryker Brigade Combat Teams. The M109 FOV Carrier Ammunition Tracked (CAT) provides armored supply support to the SPH operating in support of full spectrum operations. Together, the M109 FOV is also referred to as Paladin Integrated Management (PIM) weapon (vehicle) system. The M109A6 Paladin and the M992A2 Field Artillery Ammunition Support Vehicle (FAASV) are the currently fielded versions of the Armys SPH and CAT. The PIM SPH and CAT will replace the M109A6 Paladin and M992A2 FAASV. Together, the M109A6 and M992A2 are also referred to as Paladin/FAASV weapon (vehicle) system. The PIM program allows growth for improved force protection and technology insertion. PIM regains lost performance in the M109 FOV by addressing size, weight, and power issues. The program helps to ensure greater vehicle supportability, maintainability, and interoperability by leveraging fleet commonality for key components, replacing aging and obsolete components, and leveraging Bradley and Non-Line-of-Sight Cannon technology.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2015
- Accession Number
- AD1019512
Entities
People
- James Schirmer