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7.5 cm Gebirgskanone Model 1911

The 7.5cm Gebirgskanone Model 1911 was a mountain gun manufactured, in 1911, by the German firm, Ehrhardt (who produced them for export). Nine batteries were sold to Norway. In 1940, a number of these were captured by the Germans who designated them 7.5cm GebK 247(n). The crew was protected by an armoured shield.

Statistics

• Calibre: 75 mm
• Elevation: -5° to 36°
• Muzzle Velocity: 315 m/s
• Range: 6900 m
• Traverse: 6°
• Weight: 509 kg
• Weight of Shell: 6.5 kg

See also

• Artillery
• List of artillery