FH70 text

FH70

The FH70 is a towed Howitzer capable of moving itself by an Auxiliary power unit.
The maximum range is about 30Km.

It was first delivered to the british Army in 1978, the Howitzer is in service with two Regiments
and is also used by JAPAN.

Designed to enable NATO forces to use the 155mm round which is capable of disrupting
massed armoured formations. The gun is normally towed into action but in emergencies
can use a small petrol engine mounted on the gun to move short distances on the Battelfield.

Crew : .....................................8
Engine : Volkswagen 1,795cc Petrol
Height : ...............................2.56M
Length : ...........9,800mm Travelling
Lenght : ...............12,400mm Firing
Barrel Length : ......................................6,022mm
Loading system : .......................................Automatic
Calibre : ...............................155mm
Ammunition : ..........HE - Smoke - Illuminating
Shell weight : ..................................HE-43.5kg
Rate of fire : .................6 rounds per minute.