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M101 Howitzer vs M198 Howitzer

M101 Howitzer vs M198 Howitzer at a glance — weight 2,030 vs 7,300 kg, crew 8 vs nine person crew.

M101 Howitzer towed artillery side profile drawing
🇺🇸 M101 HowitzerFull specs
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🇺🇸 M198 HowitzerFull specs
Specifications
M101 Howitzer M198 Howitzer
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇺🇸 United States
Category Towed Artillery Towed Artillery
Type Artillery piece Towed Howitzer
Manufacturer Rock Island Arsenal Rock Island Arsenal
Number produced 10,202 units 1,600 units
Estimated unit price $0.0 million $0.5 million
Combat weight 2.0 tons 7.3 tons
Length 5.94 m -- m
Width 2.21 m -- m
Height 1.73 m -- m
Crew 8 nine person crew
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Armament & Powertrain
M101 Howitzer M198 Howitzer
Main armament 105 mm high explosive (HE) semi-fixed ammunition 155 mm howitzer
Secondary weapon HEAT M67 Shell --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is heavier, the M101 Howitzer or M198 Howitzer?
The M198 Howitzer is heavier at 7.3 tons combat weight compared to the M101 Howitzer's 2.0 tons.
Which is more expensive, the M101 Howitzer or M198 Howitzer?
The M198 Howitzer is more expensive at approximately $0.5 million per unit compared to the M101 Howitzer at $0.0 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M101 Howitzer or M198 Howitzer?
The M101 Howitzer has been produced in greater numbers with 10,202 units compared to 1,600 units of the M198 Howitzer.
What are the main armaments of the M101 Howitzer and M198 Howitzer?
The M101 Howitzer is armed with 105 mm high explosive (HE) semi-fixed ammunition while the M198 Howitzer carries 155 mm howitzer as its main armament.