Artillery Ammunition Market, By Munition Type (High-Explosive, Guided, Armor-Piercing, Smoke, Cluster, and Others), By Geography (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa)
Artillery Ammunition Market is estimated to be valued at USD 5.46 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 7.89 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4% from 2025 to 2032.
Report Coverage
Report Details
Base Year:
2024
Market Size in 2025:
USD 5.46 Bn
Historical Data for:
2020 To 2024
Forecast Period:
2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:
5.40%
2032 Value Projection:
USD 7.89 Bn
Artillery ammunition provides armed forces with the capability to deliver precise, long-range firepower in different combat scenarios. This market includes high-explosive shells, guided munitions, rocket-assisted projectiles, and advanced smart ammunition systems that use cutting-edge technologies such as GPS guidance and target-seeking capabilities. The market includes both traditional defense contractors and emerging technology companies developing next-generation ammunition systems.
As global security challenges continue to evolve, nations are greatly investing in modernizing their artillery capabilities, adding to the demand for sophisticated ammunition solutions that offer improved accuracy, extended range, and improved lethality. Geopolitical tensions, territorial disputes, and the ongoing need for military readiness in different regions make artillery ammunition a strategic priority for defense procurement programs globally.
Market Dynamics
The market sees a lot of growth because of the rising geopolitical tensions and increasing defense expenditures in emerging economies, particularly in Asia Pacific and Middle Eastern regions. However, the market sees some restraints including stringent international arms control regulations, export restrictions imposed by major ammunition-producing nations, and lengthy procurement cycles characteristic of defense acquisitions that can delay project implementations and revenue realization. Budget constraints in developed nations because of economic pressures and shifting defense priorities toward cyber warfare and unmanned systems pose additional challenges.
Environmental concerns about unexploded ordnance and sustainability requirements are affecting procurement decisions, pushing manufacturers to develop eco-friendly alternatives. Nevertheless, emerging opportunities can be seen in developing next-generation ammunition incorporating artificial intelligence, improved manufacturing processes reducing production costs, and expanding into civilian applications such as mining and construction industries. The growing trend toward indigenous defense production capabilities in different nations make opportunities for technology transfer partnerships and local manufacturing agreements.
Key Features of the Study
This report provides in-depth analysis of the global artillery ammunition market, and provides market size (USD Billion) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025-2032), considering 2024 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
It profiles key players in the global artillery ammunition market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Rheinmetall AG, Nammo AS, General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems, BAE Systems, Nexter, Thales, Elbit Systems, Hanwha Aerospace, RUAG, CBC Global Ammunition, Fiocchi, Denel Munition, KBP Instrument Design Bureau, Vista Outdoor, and Prvi Partizan
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
The global artillery ammunition market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global artillery ammunition market
Market Segmentation
Munition Type Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
High-Explosive
Guided
Armor-Piercing
Smoke
Cluster
Others
Regional Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Latin America
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Europe
Germany
U.K.
Spain
France
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
ASEAN
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East
GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East
Africa
South Africa
North Africa
Central Africa
Key Players Insights
Rheinmetall AG
Nammo AS
General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems
BAE Systems
Nexter
Thales
Elbit Systems
Hanwha Aerospace
RUAG
CBC Global Ammunition
Fiocchi
Denel Munition
KBP Instrument Design Bureau
Vista Outdoor
Prvi Partizan
Table of Contents
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Global Artillery Ammunition Market, By Munition Type
Global Artillery Ammunition Market, By Region
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Impact Analysis
Key Highlights
Regulatory Scenario
Product Launches/Approvals
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Analysis
Market Opportunities
Regulatory Scenario
Key Developments
Industry Trends
4. Global Artillery Ammunition Market, By Munition Type, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
High-Explosive
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Guided
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Armor-Piercing
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Smoke
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Cluster
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Others
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
5. Global Artillery Ammunition Market, By Region, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)