Friday, June 2, 2023

Jordan self-propelled 105mm on a 4×4 wheeled vehicle

The self-propelled 105mm gun is developed utilizing the 105mm towed howitzer (M102) design by King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau (KADDB).

The gun system is mounted on a 4×4 wheeled vehicle to enhance gun mobility it is intended for use by infantry, special operations forces and as artillery support for border security forces.

FEATURES

  • Inventively designed and integrated self-propelled howitzer on a wheeled platform.
  • Outstanding performance in delivering firepower.
  • “Shoot & Scoot “capability by decreasing time needed to be in and out of action and by easily transporting the gun between defense posts.
  • Efficient and accurate electrohydraulic gun laying mechanism with manual back up.
  • Quick response capability with onboard crew and 36 rounds of ready ammunition.
  • Effective local protection armed with 7.62 mm machine gun or 12.7 mm machine gun.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Caliber (mm)105
Total length OTM (On The Move) (LxWxH) (m)7.5x3x3.7
G.V.W (kg)11.2
Elevation-5° (-85 mils) to 75° (1 275 mils)
Traverse (without moving the vehicle)45° (800mils) Right & 45°(800mils) Left
Maximum firing range (m)11,500
Rate of fire10 rounds/min (first 3 min.) 3 rounds/ min (average)
Onboard ammunition36 shells
Maximum Travel Speed (OTM) (KM/h)125
Fuel capacity (Ltr)200
Number of Crew (with driver)3 + 1

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