Korean weapons systems are often sold overseas under different names, reflecting localization efforts and industrial partnerships with purchasing nations. A key example is seen in the K239 Chunmoo multiple launch rocket system developed by Hanwha Aerospace Co. Chunmoo roughly translates to “sky dance” in Korean, evoking the image of multiple rockets soaring through the air. In Poland, the Chunmoo is referred to as Homar-K, part of Warsaw’s Homar-branded rocket artillery program. Homar means lobster in Polish. Warsaw’s Homar artillery family also includes Homar-A, the Polish version of the M142 HIMARS produced by Lockheed Martin of the United States. In Norway, Hanwha Aerospace’s K9 self-propelled howitzer is called the K9 Vidar. Vidar is the name of a son of Odin in Norse mythology, associated with strength and survival. The name aligns the system’s image with Norwegian heritage. Vidar also stands for versatile indirect artillery. The Polish version of Hyundai Rotem Co.’s planned K2 battle tank, to be produced locally starting in 2029, has been renamed K2PL, with the PL standing for Poland
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