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Description
The D-30 is a Russian-made 122 mm towed howitzer that first entered service in the 1960s with the Russian army. The D-30 is designed to defeat unsheltered and covered manpower, weapons and military equipment of the enemy at the forward edge of the battle area and to the regiment mission depth. The D-30 has been widely exported and used in wars around the world, notably in the Middle East, and particularly in the Iran-Iraq War.
Variants
Late production models of the D-30 are designated the D-30M and have a number of modifications including a new double-baffle muzzle brake, a new central baseplate which is square rather than round and a towing lunette assembly. It also features modifications to its cradle, carriage and recoil system. As it is ballistically the same as the earlier D-30 it has the same range and capabilities.
One 122m 2A18 gun
Country users
63 countries in the world from Asia, East Europe, Middle East and Africa.
Designer Country
Russia
Accessories
Panoramic sight, IR or passive night vision
Crew
6
Mobility
80 km/h mximum towed speed by truck
Ammunition
FRAG-HE, HEAT-FS, Chemical
Weight
3,300 kg
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Rate of fire
6 - 8 rds/min
Range
4 - 15.3 km
Traverse - elevation
Traverse: 360°; Elevation +70°/-7°
Dimensions (traveling)
Length, 5.4 m; Width, 2.2 m; Height, 1.8 m