M115 8-inch Towed Howitzer - Oklahoma City, OK
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N 35° 30.473 W 097° 28.304
14S E 638595 N 3930441
On display at the 45th Infantry Division Museum
Waymark Code: WM9QXP
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date Posted: 09/21/2010
Views: 4
The plaque reads: "8-inch Towed Howitzer M115 with M5 limber Assembled at Rock Island Arsenal, IL In service 1942-1953"
The M115 203mm howitzer, also known as the M115 8 inch howitzer, was a towed howitzer used by the United States Army. Originally designated the 8 inch Howitzer M1, it was designed during the buildup to World War II. The M115 could be towed by the M35 Prime Mover gun tractor or a large truck.
The M115 saw service in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Croatia War. In NATO service, its main purpose was to fire nuclear rounds, which have since been discontinued. The M115 was removed from service due to its short range, because the nuclear round yield exceeded the range of the weapon.
This towed howitzer could fire 30 rounds per hour and had a range of over 10 miles. This howitzer was typically operated by a crew of 14 soldiers. [Information from Wikipedia]
Museum hours:
Tues-Fri: 9:00-4:15
Sat: 10:00-4:15
Sun: 1:00-4:15
Free admission, however, donations are appreciated
What type of artillery is this?: 8" Towed Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: U.S.
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
Yes
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
Artillery is no longer operational: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
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