Bristol, CT Krupp Gunn 105mm
Posted by: 
Barefoot
N 41° 40.187 W 072° 56.184
18T E 671787 N 4615170
A very rare Krupp gun.
Waymark Code: WM16MT
Location: Connecticut, United States
Date Posted: 02/02/2007
Views: 62
Gun model : Krupp 105mm QF L/30 M. 1904
Weight in action : 1345 kg
Shell Weight : 17,8 kg
Shrapnel Weight : 17,8 kg (680 balls)
Muzzle Velocity : 560 m/s [Shrapnel : 583 m/s]
Max. Range : 12700 m
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Gemany WWI
Date artillery was placed on display: 07/17/1926
Parking location to view this Waymark: N 41° 40.141 W 072° 56.047
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
GC10PKA
What type of artillery is this?: Not listed
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Cost?: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
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