Cannone da 65/17 modello 13
- Cannone da 65/17 modello 13
Infobox Weapon|is_artillery=yes
caption=
name=65 mm mountain gun
type=Mountain artillery
origin=flagcountry|Italy|1861-state
era=World War I
platform=Crew served
target=
date=
prod_date=
service=1913-1940s
used_by=Italy
wars=World War I, World War II
spec_type=Mountain pack gun
caliber=65 mm
part_length=17 calibers
carriage=Drawn single trail
weight=560 kg
ammo=HE
ammo_wt=4.3 kg
velocity=345 m/s
range=6,800 m
rate=
number=|
The cannone da 65/17 modello 13 was an artillery piece developed by Italy for use with its mountain and infantry units. The designation means 65 mm calibre gun, barrel length 17 calibres, which entered service in 1913. The designation is often shortened to cannone da 65/17.
Description
A lightweight design, the 65 mm gun was designed for use in difficult terrain and extreme weather conditions. The barrel had a 17 calibre length, and was designed for firing low-trajectory shots. The carriage was likewise simple in nature, consisting of a single trailing arm and solid-rim spoked wheels for horse draft. A simple folding gun shield was also provided.
History
The 65 mm gun was first accepted into service with Italian mountain troops in 1913, and it served with them throughout World War I. Replacements arrived in the 1920s and the gun was transferred to the regular infantry. It was well liked by the infantry due to its minimal weight and high reliability in adverse conditions. Despite its light calibre, it served through World War II with Italian forces as a close support weapon.
pecifications
* Calibre: 65 mm (2.55 in)
* Barrel length: 17 calibre; 1,105 mm (43.5 in)
* Action weight: 560 kg (1,225 lb)
* Shell weight: 4.3 kg (9.5 lb)
* Elevation: -10° to +20°
* Traverse: 8°
* Muzzle velocity: 345 m/s (1,130 fps)
* Maximum range: 6.8 km (7,400 yds)
See also
* List of artillery
* Canon de 65 M(montagne) modele 1906, a French mountain artillery piece, also used by the Germans under the name "6.5 cm Gebirgskanone 221(f)"
References
* Hogg, Ian; 2000; "Twentieth Century Artillery"; Amber Books, Ltd.; ISBN 1-58663-299-X
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