105mm M3 Howitzer

Background
The 105 mm Howitzer M3 was a U.S. light howitzer designed for use by airborne troops. The gun utilized the barrel of the 105 mm Howitzer M2, shortened and fitted to a slightly modified split trail carriage of the 75 mm pack howitzer.
The howitzer was used by the U.S. Army during World War II. It was issued to airborne units and to cannon companies of infantry regiments.

Production
A total of 2,580

Technical Details
Caliber  105mm
Muzzle Velocity  1,020 ft/s (311 m/s)
Shell  105 x 372R
Rate of Fire  2-4
Horizontal Range  HE: 8,300 yards (7,600 m)
Total Weight  2,495 lb (1,130 kg)