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M110 howitzer

The M110A2 8-inch howitzer is the largest available self-propelled howitzer in the US Army's inventory. It is deployed in division artillery of general support battalions and in separate corps- and Army-level battalions. Missions include general support, counterbattery fire, and suppression of enemy air defense systems.

General Characteristics

  • Length: 35.3 feet
  • Width: 10.3 feet
  • Height: 10.3 feet
  • Weight: 31.2 tons
  • Speed: 34 miles per hour
  • Range: 324 miles
  • Crew: 5
  • Rate of fire: 2 rounds per minute maximum, 1 round per 2 minutes sustained
  • Range: 16,800 meters, 30,000 meters with rocket-assisted projectile
 



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