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2A18 (D-30) vs OTO Melara Mod 56

2A18 (D-30) vs OTO Melara Mod 56 at a glance โ€” weight 3,150 vs 1,290 kg, crew 7 vs 7.

2A18 (D-30) towed artillery side profile drawing
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Specifications
2A18 (D-30) OTO Melara Mod 56
Origin country ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Russia ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy
Category Towed Artillery Towed Artillery
Type Howitzer Pack Howitzer
Manufacturer Artillery Plant No 9 OTO Melara
Number produced 12,000 units 2,500 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 3.2 tons 1.3 tons
Length -- m 3.65 m
Width -- m 1.50 m
Height -- m 1.18 m
Crew 7 7
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Armament & Powertrain
2A18 (D-30) OTO Melara Mod 56
Main armament 122-mm howitzer 105 mm howitzer
Secondary weapon HEAT shell --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is heavier, the 2A18 (D-30) or OTO Melara Mod 56?
The 2A18 (D-30) is heavier at 3.1 tons combat weight compared to the OTO Melara Mod 56's 1.3 tons.
How many crew members do the 2A18 (D-30) and OTO Melara Mod 56 require?
Both the 2A18 (D-30) and OTO Melara Mod 56 require a crew of 7.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 2A18 (D-30) or OTO Melara Mod 56?
The 2A18 (D-30) has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 2,500 units of the OTO Melara Mod 56.
What are the main armaments of the 2A18 (D-30) and OTO Melara Mod 56?
The 2A18 (D-30) is armed with 122-mm howitzer while the OTO Melara Mod 56 carries 105 mm howitzer as its main armament.