Japanese light field howitzer model 91

Created using French model 1913 105 mm Schneider howitzer as a prototype. Serial production of these guns was started in 1929. Put into service in 1931 under the type 91 title. The guns of the type were fabricated at the Osaka Arsenal. The howitzer is equipped with the Steel-rimmed wooden wheels and two metal seats for the crew.

Specifications:

• Calibre 105 mm
• Maximum range 10,765 km
• Traverse 40°
• Elevation -5° +45°
• Battle weight 1 495 kg
• Shell weight 15,8 kg.
• Was relocated using a team of 6 horses.

The howitzer was taken as a trophy in 1945 during liberation of the southern Sakhalin and installed in the museums yards by the Soviet Army artilleryman in the 1950’ s.