Nexter (GIAT) Tr-F1 (TRF1)

History

The Tr-F1 is a French 155mm towed howitzer, manufactured by Nexter (formerly Giat Industries) and used by the French Army. This rapid-firing 155mm gun is a dual-rail configuration with a rotating platform. Its 40 caliber barrel is the same as that of the 155mm AUV vehicle. It fires 6 rounds per minute and has a range of 24 kilometers, with a range of up to 30 kilometers using the French base Bleeds.

The TR F1 is towed by a 48-round capacity ammunition truck equipped with a special hydraulic crane to handle different types of ammunition. The Mle F1 high-explosive round has a maximum range of 24 kilometers, and the extended-range ammunition has a maximum range of 30 kilometers.

The hydraulic assist mechanism for loading the grenade can pull out 3 rounds in 15 seconds, or 6 rounds per minute in 10 minutes, or 120 rounds per hour. If the device fails, it will still be possible to shoot at a manual shop, but at a lower price. Secondary armament consists of a 12.7mm machine gun on a TRM 10000 tractor capable of anti-aircraft fire and ground attack. 8 crew: 1 commander, 1 pointer, 1 charger, 2 suppliers, 2 bomb disposal specialists, 1 driver.

Due to the hydraulic system, battery unloading is completed in less than 5 minutes, and battery supply is completed in 2 minutes.

Specification

BASICS

Year of Operation

1990

Origins

France

Crew

8

Production

145

Manufacturer

Nexter (GIAT Industries) France

Carrier

Cyprus;France;Saudi Arabia

ROLLING

Fire Support/Attack/Breakthrough

Support allied forces with direct/indirect fire, attacking forward positions and/or breaking through fortified areas of the battlefield.

Dimensions and Weight

Length

32.8 feet

10m

width

10. 2 feet

3.1m

Height

5.9 feet

1.79m

Weight

23,149 lbs

10,500 kg

Tonnage

11.6 tons

Power and Performance

Engine:

No. This is a towed gun.

Area

14.9 km

(24.0 km)

Weapon

1 x 155mm barrel.

AMMOTION

Depends on the ammo carrier.

VARIANTS

Tr-F1 - name of base series TRF1 - alternative name