Nov 3, 2026

US12782078 - Mobile long-range artillery system

A mobile long-range artillery system integrating a tractor and a trailer having a high-capacity artillery assembly is disclosed. The artillery assembly mounts on the trailer towed by a Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) tractor for rapid mobility and deployment. The mobile long-range artillery system includes a 88-caliber 155 mm cannon capable of firing ammunition up to 96 kilometers. The trailer is configurable to accommodate larger caliber cannons such as 203 mm or 240 mm for ultra-long-range capabilities i.e., more than 96 km range. Further, the cannon connects to a 20-round autoloader capable of firing eight rounds per minute. The artillery assembly includes a slidable barrel deployable from a retracted travel position to a run-out firing position. The mobile long-range artillery system offers enhanced range and firepower and provides significant advantages in military operations.

Inventors: Mark G. White
Filing date: 2025-12-18

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The patent describes a mobile long-range artillery system that includes a tractor and trailer with an 88-caliber 155 mm cannon capable of firing ammunition up to 96 kilometers, featuring a 20-round autoloader. This system is designed for rapid mobility and deployment, with options for accommodating larger caliber cannons for extended range capabilities.

Claim 1

1 . A mobile long-range artillery system, comprising: a tractor having a chassis frame and a tractor hitch; a trailer connected to said tractor via said tractor hitch; an artillery assembly mounted on said trailer, said artillery assembly comprising an ammunition container configured as a 20-round autoloader capable of firing 8 rounds per minute; a carriage supporting said ammunition container on said trailer; an 88-caliber 155 mm cannon having a cannon tube extending from said ammunition container and capable of firing ammunition up to 96 kilometers; a barrel extending from said cannon tube and deployable from a retracted travel position to a run-out firing position; and trails configured to engage the ground to provide stability during firing operations. a tractor having a chassis frame and a tractor hitch; a trailer connected to said tractor via said tractor hitch; an artillery assembly mounted on said trailer, said artillery assembly comprising an ammunition container configured as a 20-round autoloader capable of firing 8 rounds per minute; a carriage supporting said ammunition container on said trailer; an 88-caliber 155 mm cannon having a cannon tube extending from said ammunition container and capable of firing ammunition up to 96 kilometers; a barrel extending from said cannon tube and deployable from a retracted travel position to a run-out firing position; and trails configured to engage the ground to provide stability during firing operations.

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