122 MM Self-Propelled Howitzer

Description

Raad1 122mm (self-propelled gun-howitzer) is the first SPGH designed and manufactured in D.I.O of I.R.IRAN. High stability during firing, good manoeuvrability, firing at different angles, indirect and direct fires, rapid and independent firing, working properly at temperatures -45° to +45°C, rapid changes of positions, easy and fast maintenance are the main characteristics of this system. Raad-1 is equipped with a computer and a monitor to display and monitor the ballistic data. Enough space has been provided for the crew inside the vehicle and ergonomic conditions have been properly considered. Advantages Stability during firing, various shooting angles High mobility, Easy maintenance TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSNo. of crews4 crewCombat weight1750 kgCaliber122 mmLength of gun barrel39 timesAzimuth angle360 deg.Elevation angle-3 to 72 deg.Fire range1520 mMax. rate of direct fire4 to 5 rounds per minuteSecondary armamentMachine gun 12.7mmAmmunition storage35 roundsEngineDiesel , 8-cylinder, air-cooledGearboxMechanical, 5 forward gears, 2 reverse gearsMax. speed65 km/hMax. cruising400 km