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M114 Howitzer vs OTO Melara Mod 56

M114 Howitzer vs OTO Melara Mod 56 at a glance โ€” weight 5,800 vs 1,290 kg, range 18 vs 11 km, crew 11 vs 7.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ M114 HowitzerFull specs
Specifications
M114 Howitzer OTO Melara Mod 56
Origin country ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ United States ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy
Category Towed Artillery Towed Artillery
Type Towed Howitzer Pack Howitzer
Manufacturer Rock Island Arsenal OTO Melara
Number produced 10,300 units 2,500 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 5.8 tons 1.3 tons
Operational range 18 km 11 km
Length -- m 3.65 m
Width -- m 1.50 m
Height -- m 1.18 m
Crew 11 7
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Armament & Powertrain
M114 Howitzer OTO Melara Mod 56
Main armament 155 mm 39 caliber barrel 105 mm howitzer
Secondary weapon 20 mm sub-caliber barrel insert --
Engine two 20 horsepower air-cooled engines --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer operational range, the M114 Howitzer or OTO Melara Mod 56?
The M114 Howitzer has a longer operational range at 18 km compared to the OTO Melara Mod 56's 11 km.
Which is heavier, the M114 Howitzer or OTO Melara Mod 56?
The M114 Howitzer is heavier at 5.8 tons combat weight compared to the OTO Melara Mod 56's 1.3 tons.
How many crew members do the M114 Howitzer and OTO Melara Mod 56 require?
The M114 Howitzer requires a larger crew of 11, against 7 for the OTO Melara Mod 56.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M114 Howitzer or OTO Melara Mod 56?
The M114 Howitzer has been produced in greater numbers with 10,300 units compared to 2,500 units of the OTO Melara Mod 56.
What are the main armaments of the M114 Howitzer and OTO Melara Mod 56?
The M114 Howitzer is armed with 155 mm 39 caliber barrel while the OTO Melara Mod 56 carries 105 mm howitzer as its main armament.