ENGINEER DESIGN TEST OF HOWITZER, LIGHT, SELF PROPELLED, 105-MM, XM104

Abstract

The XM104 self-propelled howitzer, pilot No. 3, was tested to determine the readiness of the weapon system for engineering and user tests. The automotive program consisted of amphibious operations and 4000 miles of endurance testing. Amphibious capabilities are limited by low draw bar pull and by maneuverability which is influenced by wind effects on the canvas enclosure; carbon monoxide concentrations are also a potential hazard. Track life is unsatisfactory and component service life and maintenance are adversely influenced by vehicle vibration. It is recommended that the vehicle undergo engineering and user tests after the appropriate modifications are made in the problem areas revealed during this test.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1963
Accession Number
AD0405791

Entities

People

  • P. Gerard

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Amphibious Operations
  • Carbon Monoxide
  • Dielectric Gases
  • Engineering
  • Fuel Consumption
  • Ignition
  • Ignition Systems
  • Liquids
  • Maintenance
  • Military Vehicles
  • Munitions
  • Self Propelled
  • Self Propelled Guns
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Torsion Bars
  • Weapon Systems

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  • Aerospace Test and Evaluation
  • Marksmanship and Weaponry.
  • Pavement Materials Engineering.