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Type of Gun: L5 Pack Howitzer
Serial Number: 57257P
Date of Manufacture: 1964
Manufacturer: OTO Melara
Calibre: 105mm - 4.1 inch
Weight of Projectile: 15 kg - 33 lb
Range: 10,000 metres - 10,940 yards
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The L5 is a pack howitzer designed by the Italians and capable of being broken down into several loads which could be carried on pack mules or man pack. Introduced into service in the Australian Army in 1963 a total of 120 guns were delivered from three purchases. The gun was issued to regular and reserve (CMF) artillery units and saw active service during the Confontation with Indonesia in Malaysia and in Vietnam from 1965 to 1967, including firing support to D Company 6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment during the battle of Long Tan on 18 August 1966. It was replaced in Vietnam in 1967 due to the stresses imposed on the gun from firing numerous rounds of ammunition. It was withdrawn from service in 1992.

         
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