Self-Propelled Medium Howitzer

Self-Propelled Medium Howitzers are a type of artillery weapon that is mounted on a tracked vehicle. They are designed to provide mobile artillery support to ground forces in combat, assault, and tactical operations. These vehicles are classified under the supply class Combat, Assault, and Tactical Vehicles, Tracked, which falls under the supply group Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, and Cycles.

Self-Propelled Medium Howitzers are equipped with a medium-sized howitzer, which is a type of cannon used for indirect fire. The howitzer is mounted on a tracked chassis, allowing it to traverse various terrains and provide artillery support wherever it is needed. The self-propelled nature of these vehicles enables them to quickly reposition and provide continuous fire support to ground forces during operations.

These vehicles are typically crewed by a team of artillery personnel who operate and maintain the howitzer. They are capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including high-explosive rounds, smoke rounds, and illumination rounds, among others. The range and firepower of self-propelled medium howitzers make them a valuable asset in ground operations, as they can engage targets at a distance while providing flexibility and mobility to the artillery unit.

In summary, Self-Propelled Medium Howitzers are tracked vehicles equipped with medium-sized howitzers, designed to provide mobile artillery support in combat, assault, and tactical operations. They fall under the supply class Combat, Assault, and Tactical Vehicles, Tracked, in the supply group Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, and Cycles.