canon d'infantrie de 37 modele 1916 trp

The Canon d'Infantrie de 37 modele 1916 TRP (37mm mle.1916) was a French infantry support gun, first used during World War I.

Description

For transport, this weapon could be broken down into 3 sections. In addition, wheels could be attached for towing. These guns were sometimes equipped with an armoured shield.

History

In 1940, the Wehrmacht began using these as 3.7cm IG 152(f). During the First World War, the US acquired a number of these guns, which they designated 37mm M1916; however, by 1941 the US Army had put these into storage (or scrapped them). The Japanese Type 11 was based on this design.

Specifications

Calibre: 37 mm
Elevation: -8° to 17°
Muzzle Velocity: 367 m/s
Range: 2400 m
Traverse: 35°
Weight in Combat:108 kg
Weight during Transport: 160.5 kg
Weight of Shell: 0.555 kg