Britain restarts large-calibre weapons manufacturing after two decades
Rheinmetall has begun producing large-calibre gun components in Britain, restoring a domestic capability absent for about 20 years.
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Rheinmetall's UK operation has started domestic production of barrels and breech components for 120 mm and 155 mm systems. Reuters described the move as the return of large-calibre weapons manufacturing to Britain after two decades.
The restart is part of a wider effort to expand national defense-industrial capacity and make supply chains less dependent on overseas production. The announcement concerns manufacturing capability and procurement, not battlefield use.
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