USCHGUN-002 -- US 5.5" HOWITZER

There were 2 x 5.5" Howitzers at Chippawa.

• Weight of Howitzer and Carriage 2,100lbs
• It took 2-3 trained gunners , with 3-4 assistants to operate.
• The rate of fire was 1 round per minute, and effective range was 600-800 yds.