L118 A2 Light Gun

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Royal_Ordnance
gptkbp:caliber 105 mm
gptkbp:combat_system gptkb:Gulf_War
gptkbp:controls gptkb:M777_howitzer
gptkbp:country several NATO countries
gptkbp:crew gptkb:5
requires specialized training
gptkbp:deployment air transportable
airborne and airmobile forces
gptkbp:design gptkb:military_unit
easy to transport and deploy
gptkbp:elevation -5 to +70 degrees
gptkbp:explores 360 degrees
gptkbp:field 360 degrees
gptkbp:fighting_style proven in various military operations
gptkbp:fire_department manual and electronic options
gptkbp:first_introduced gptkb:Falklands_War
gptkbp:has_ability high mobility and versatility
gptkbp:historical_context developed during Cold War era
gptkbp:historical_significance used in multiple conflicts
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label L118 A2 Light Gun
gptkbp:introduced 1970s
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:length 4.5 m
39 calibers
HE, smoke, illumination
gptkbp:logistics requires logistical support for operations
gptkbp:maintenance regular maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Royal_Ordnance
gptkbp:modifications upgraded versions available
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:New_Zealand_Army
gptkbp:operational_area peacekeeping missions
gptkbp:operational_range 15 km with RAP
gptkbp:range 17 km
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 6 rounds per minute
gptkbp:recoil hydropneumatic
gptkbp:replaced_by gptkb:L119_Light_Gun
gptkbp:role close support artillery
gptkbp:safety_features automatic safety system
gptkbp:service_history still in service
gptkbp:sights optical and laser rangefinder
gptkbp:successor L119 A1 Light Gun
gptkbp:training used in military training exercises
gptkbp:transportation truck or helicopter
can be towed or airlifted
gptkbp:type towed howitzer
gptkbp:upgrades modernized for current warfare needs
gptkbp:weight 3,500 kg