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Type-19

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Type-19

The Type 19 155 mm wheeled self-propelled howitzer (19式装輪自走155mmりゅう弾砲, Hitokyuu-shiki-sourin-jisou-155mm-ryuudan-hou) is a Japanese wheeled 155 mm self-propelled howitzer. The vehicle is designed to replace Japan's inventory of FH70 towed howitzers. The Type 19 continues to serve exclusively in the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force as a more affordable counterpart of the Type 99 155 mm self-propelled howitzer.

Specifications

TypeArtillery System
OriginJapan
ManufacturerJapan Steel Works
Introduced2020
StatusIn service
Weight25 t
Length11.21 m
Speed90 km/h
Range800 km
Crew5
Caliber155 mm
Main armament155 mm/L52 howitzer gun

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Japan14confirmed

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