In this photo, we can see a 16" howitzer, model of 1918, used by the Government during World War One. The howitzer can be fired from trucks and will roll back along the track from the recoil, or from a stationary position held by jacks and struts. Its 1660 lb. projectile has a range of approximately 13 miles. This information is for official use only.

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Size: 8412px × 5734px
Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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