122MM Field Howitzer
N 34° 39.992 W 098° 23.103
14S E 556342 N 3836235
Located on Ft Sill
Waymark Code: WM3JR1
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date Posted: 04/13/2008
Views: 12
The plaque reads:
D-30
Former Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, Iraq
The design of this howitzer dates from 1963, although it did not enter service until 1967. Performance for this caliber has been enhanced over earlier models due to its longer barrel.
The most distinctive feature is its three legged trail, which offers rapid, all round traverse. For traveling, the trail legs fold beneath the barrel (by which the piece is towed). For firing, the wheels are jacked up enough to clear the legs, which are positioned at 120 degree intervals. The barrel can then rotate fully about its center pivot. Stability is provided by anchor pins at the end of each leg. Other features include a box shaped covering over the recoil mechanism (above the tube) and a tiny shield is fitted between the wheels. D-130s were dangerous anti-tank weapons in the 1973 Yom Kippur War. At least ten nations now have this artillery weapon in service. This example was brought to Fort Sill by 6/27th Field Artillery Regiment.
Caliber: 122mm; 4.8 inch
Weight: 3,175kg; 6,985lbs
Shell weight: 25kg; 55lbs
Range: 15,400m; 16,786yds
Elevation: 124mils to 1,270mils; -7 degrees to 70 degrees
Traverse: 6,400mils; 360 degrees
Detachment: 8
Rate of Fire: 7 to 8 rounds per minute
Museum Acc#: 91.127.2
What type of artillery is this?: 122MM Field Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Military Grounds
What military of the world used this device?: Former Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, Iraq
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1967
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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