Skoda 100mm houfnice vz. 30

History

In 1930, the Czech Army introduced two new artillery pieces to play the roles of field guns and howitzers on the battlefield. The former became "76.5mm Kanon vz 30", while the latter became "100mm Houfnice vz 30". These guns were based on earlier designs exported to Romania and Yugoslavia in 1928.

The Skoda plant in Pilsen, Czechoslovakia, is responsible for the design, development and production of these artillery systems.

The main feature of these products is their 80 degree elevation effect, which was originally intended for the artillery to be used for anti-aircraft roles as well as general field support. When anti-aircraft capabilities proved to be limited, these guns were marketed in more traditional qualities - especially the howitzer model, as it could provide an effective artillery solution for mountain warfare.

Compared to the original 100mm Houfnice vz 28 product, the 100mm Houfnice vz 30 had new rubber tire wheels when it was adopted by the Czech Army.

Although they were available, these guns were not fired in anger during the German takeover of Czechoslovakia in the late 1930s. The Skoda factory is now under German control, and the existing stockpile of weapons and all future units, parts and ammunition will be exclusively supplied to the German army.

In service with the Bundeswehr, the 100mm Houfnice vz 30 was designated the 10cm leFH 30(t) to denote its Czech origin. They proved to be extremely effective and efficient battlefield artillery and remained in use until the end of the war in 1945.

Skoda 100mm houfnice vz. 30 gauge

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Depends on the ammunition carrier.

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