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2A18 (D-30) vs L118 Light Gun

2A18 (D-30) vs L118 Light Gun at a glance โ€” weight 3,150 vs 1,600 kg, crew 7 vs 6 (minimum 3).

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Specifications
2A18 (D-30) L118 Light Gun
Origin country ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Russia ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง United Kingdom
Category Towed Artillery Towed Artillery
Type Howitzer 105 mm towed howitzer
Manufacturer Artillery Plant No 9 Royal Ordnance Factories
Number produced 12,000 units 1,200 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 3.2 tons 1.6 tons
Maximum speed 60 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 15 km -- km
Crew 7 6 (minimum 3)
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Armament & Powertrain
2A18 (D-30) L118 Light Gun
Main armament 122-mm howitzer 105 mm L19 ordnance
Secondary weapon HEAT shell --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is heavier, the 2A18 (D-30) or L118 Light Gun?
The 2A18 (D-30) is heavier at 3.1 tons combat weight compared to the L118 Light Gun's 1.6 tons.
How many crew members do the 2A18 (D-30) and L118 Light Gun require?
The 2A18 (D-30) requires a larger crew of 7, against 6 for the L118 Light Gun.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 2A18 (D-30) or L118 Light Gun?
The 2A18 (D-30) has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 1,200 units of the L118 Light Gun.
What are the main armaments of the 2A18 (D-30) and L118 Light Gun?
The 2A18 (D-30) is armed with 122-mm howitzer while the L118 Light Gun carries 105 mm L19 ordnance as its main armament.