Excalibur Army Debuts Dita, Patriot II and Full NATO Artillery Suite at Expodefensa 2025
At Expodefensa 2025 in Bogotá, Excalibur Army unveiled the Dita howitzer, Patriot II armored vehicle and its full NATO-standard artillery portfolio, reinforcing its strategy to deepen engagement and modernization support across Latin American armed forces.
Bogotá — Expodefensa 2025 - Czech manufacturer Excalibur Army, part of the Czechoslovak Group (CSG), presented one of the most robust ground-combat portfolios at this year’s defense exhibition in Bogotá, led by the Dita 155 mm self-propelled howitzer, the Patriot II 4×4 armored vehicle, and a full range of NATO-standard artillery ammunition.
The company’s appearance in Colombia underscores a clear objective: deepening its footprint in Latin America and offering off-the-shelf modernization solutions for artillery, tactical mobility, and land force resilience.
Dita 155 mm: Automated firepower with minimal crew
The Dita took center stage at the stand. The fully automated howitzer is designed to operate with just two crew members, deliver rapid-fire missions, reposition quickly, and maintain accuracy across harsh environments.
Its modular artillery architecture allows installation on multiple 8×8 platforms, providing adaptable integration and simplified logistics for diverse regional armies.
Patriot II: Protected mobility and rapid deployment
The Patriot II was presented as a next-generation 4×4 platform for patrol, protected convoy escort, special operations support, and high-risk deployments.
Combining advanced ballistic and anti-mine protection with tactical agility, the vehicle is built to handle complex terrain and support both military missions and internal security operations.
Ammunition Portfolio: 155 mm and 152 mm
Excalibur Army also displayed its full catalog of 155 mm and 152 mm artillery shells, widely deployed by international users and recognized for range consistency, reliability, and ballistic uniformity.
Developed to NATO standards, this ammunition family aims to maximize indirect-fire effectiveness, enhance storage and handling safety, and ensure sustained precision in high-demand environments.
Strategic Positioning in Latin America
Expodefensa 2025 marks a deliberate expansion step for the company, aligning with modernization cycles underway across Colombia, Peru, Brazil, and Chile—markets seeking improved artillery, protected mobility fleets and NATO-interoperable munitions.
Excalibur Army sees multi-year demand in the region as countries accelerate land-force renewal and invest in capability upgrades.
