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The 155mm artillery howitzer developed by the South Africa Republic began in the late 70-ties. The artillery gun itself was developed by Canadian Space Research Corporation, by the requirements of "Armscor." The first test example was built in 1981. Since then it passed army trials and participated in military operations in Angola. Furthermore it was one of the most important weapon system in the Angolan War. Self-propelled gun-howitzer entered service with South African army in 1988 and was designated as G-6 "Rhino." There are approximately 40 of these artillery units operational with South Africa Republic. The G-6 is also in service with United Arabian Emirates army. It is considered as one of the most successful artillery unit of the world.
Specifications: Caliber - 5.56x45mm - (.223 Remington) Action - gas operated, rotating bolt Weight - empty 2.89 kg Weight - loaded with 30 rounds, 4.47 kg Magazine capacity 20-rounds standard (later in war was 30-rounds) Rate of fire - cyclic 650 - 750 rounds per minute Muzzle velocity - 945 m/s Maximum effective range - 460m
Photo courtesy of the U.S. Department of Defense, Visual Information Center - U.S. Marines from 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division, train with an AT-4 (light anti-armor weapon).