Type 74 105 mm self-propelled howitzer explained

Type 74 105 mm self-propelled howitzer
Origin:Japan
Is Ranged:yes
Is Artillery:yes
Is Vehicle:yes
Service:1975–1999
Used By:Japan
Design Date:1969-1974
Production Date:1975-1978
Number:20
Weight:16500kg (36,400lb)
Length:5.8m (19feet)
Width:2.9m (09.5feet)
Height:2.39m (07.84feet)
Crew:4
Cartridge:separate-loading
Caliber:105mm
Velocity:645m/s
Max Range:14.5km (09miles)
Traverse:360°
Armour:aluminum
Primary Armament:1x 105 mm JSW howitzer
Engine:Mitsubishi 4ZF V-type 4-cylinder diesel
Engine Power:300bhp
Transmission:manual
Fuel Capacity:410L
Clearance:40cm (20inches)
Vehicle Range:300 km (185 mi)
Speed:50km/h

The Type 74 105 mm self-propelled howitzer is only used by Japan. It shares a number of automotive components with the Type 73 armored personnel carrier which was developed during the same time. Komatsu developed the chassis, while the howitzer and turret were designed by Japan Steel Works. The first prototypes were completed in 1969–1970. The howitzer was accepted for service in 1974.

It carries 30 rounds on board. It is amphibious when using the erectable flotation screen stowed around the periphery of the upper hull. It is equipped with an NBC filtration system.

Type 74 was attached to 117th Artillery Battalion in Hokkaido. In 1999, all Type 74s were retired and the battalion was disbanded.[1]

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  1. Web site: Type 74 105 mm self-propelled howitzer (Japanese). Combat-Nekomaru's Tank Laboratory. 13 March 2020.