A Limited Logistics Evaluation of the Modification of the 155mm Towed Howitzer (M114A1) to Utilize Second-Generation Improved Ammunition

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Abstract:

The objective of the study was to determine various strategies of modifying the M114A1 155mm HOwitzer to a 1-turn-in-20 caliber rifling and to evaluate the relative cost, ammunition availability current and improved and production constraints and to consider the sensitivity of slippage of the XM198 milestone.

Author(s):
Eckman, Donald R.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY ARMAMENT COMMAND ROCK ISLAND IL SYSTEMS ANALYSIS DIRECTORATE
Descriptive Note:
Final note
Pagination:
0033

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
DRSAR/SA/N-15
Monitor Series:
AC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management; JCA_4_Logistics
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*RIFLING, *HOWITZERS, TOWED VEHICLES, MODIFICATION, COST ANALYSIS, LOGISTICS PLANNING
Field(s)/Group(s):
Ammunition and Explosives
Keyword(s):
*SECOND GENERATION AMMUNITION, M 411 HOWITZERS(155MM)
Report Date:
1976 Feb 01