Kenttätykki 76 K 02 SKP - Isokyrö, Finland
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N 62° 58.421 E 022° 22.832
34V E 569986 N 6983407
Cannon in Karoliini Grill rest stop in Isokyrö, Finland.
Waymark Code: WM8J5K
Location: Finland
Date Posted: 04/08/2010
Views: 37
Manufactured in Russia 1902
Caliber: 76,2
Weight in battle: 1080 kg
Weight in transportation: 2000 kg
Range: 8 km
Muzzle velocity: 600 m/s
Weight of ammunition: 6,5 kg
Type of ammunition: high-explosive shell
Transport: Horse (after WWII this cannon was modified for motorised transport)
This cannon's are captured in war of 1918 and in WWII Finnish army had 192 this type of cannon's against Russia in Winterwar. In WWII this type of connon's fired 1600000 shells.
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: Finnish army's main artillery at Winterwar (WW2)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
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