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South African Artillery Takes a Leap

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Original Post Date: 2001-11-07 Time: 17:59:17  Posted By: Jan

An artillery system that rocked the world with its 39km range when it
entered service in the 1980s is about to deliver another powerful blow
to rival howitzer manufacturers. South Africa’s G6 155mm howitzer is now
being developed to achieve ranges of 50km, 60km or even 70km, according to an
exclusive report in the November issue of Jane’s International Defense
Review (IDR).

The Denel company of South Africa – formerly known as Armscor – was
producing G6 and G5 guns with a 39km range when NATO armies were still
equipped with weapons that could only reach between 18 and 30km.
European and US manufacturers have fought hard to make up the gap, but now
South Africa has taken another giant leap forward, using new ammunition and a
long barrel development dubbed the G6-52.

This exclusive IDR report, written by IDR artillery specialist Rupert
Pengelley, comprises around 5,500 words of in-depth, technical
analysis, 19 photos and illustrations and a data table. To order this report
for $60, click here. If you already subscribe to IDR online, click here to
gain access to the report.

In addition, you can also purchase the full G6 entry from Jane’s Armour
and Artillery using the link below. This contains around 3,300 words
covering the G6’s development, description, specification and capabilities
along with three colour photographs and three data tables. Click here to
order the G6 entry for $36. If you already subscribe to JAA online, click
here to gain access to the report.