Kanuuna 107 K/77 ptrik - Ilmajoki, Finland
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N 62° 43.967 E 022° 34.222
34V E 580263 N 6956794
Cannon 107 K/77 ptrik in Ilmajoki, Finland
Waymark Code: WM8VW3
Location: Finland
Date Posted: 05/18/2010
Views: 43
Calibre: 107 mm (bagged ammunition)
Barrel length: L/19
Weight in action: 1213 kg
Muzzle velocity: 411 m/sec
Traverse: 0 degrees
Elevation: - 0 degrees, + 20 degrees
Max. range: 5,3 km
Ammunition weight: 12,5 kg (HE)
Ammunition types: HE, shrapnel
Country of origin: Russia, also some made by Krupp
Finnish use: Large number captured in 1918, but only 3 used by Finnish White Army in Civil War. Very little use before World War 2. During Winter War some 80 guns in coastal defence use. Last shots fired in March of 1940. Not used in Continuation War. The gun had equipment only for direct-fire use.
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Finnish White Army in Civil War
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
One traditional cache
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Artillery is no longer operational: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
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