M777
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M777 155m Ultralightweight Field Howitzer
Characteristics
| Calibre | 155 mm |
| Barrel Length | 39 calibre |
| Barrel Life | 2,650 firings |
| Muzzle Velocity (charge 8 super) | 827 m/s |
| Maximum Firing Range (unassisted) | 24.7 km |
| Maximum Firing Range (assisted) | 30 km |
| Rifling rh uniform 1/20 cal elevation arc | -40 mils to +1283 mils |
| Traverse Arc | + and - 400 mils |
| Rate of Fire (intense) | 5 rounds per minute |
| Rate of Fire (sustained) | 2 rounds per minute |
| Maximum Charge | charge 8 super |
| Fire Control | direct or indirect firing with electro-optical sighting system for day/night operations |
| Digital Fire Control System | optional |
