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C1 105-mm Howitzer
The C1 105-mm Howitzer is the standard general purpose close support artillery weapon.
It is normally towed by a truck which carries the crew and ammunition.
Detachment
7 soldiers
Characteristics
Length: 6 m
Width: 2.1 m
Height: 1.88 m
Weight: 2,263 kg
Range: 11km
Ammunition: high explosive;
high explosive anti-tank illuminating; and
smoke
Muzzle velocity: 473 m/sec
Elevation: -5° to +60°
Traverse: 45° (horizontal movement)
Quantity: 97
Status
Used since 1956 by the Land Force and currently utilized by the Reserves.