Type 96
Total Production : 24
| Model | Status | Year | Produced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type 96 | Active | 24 |
Type 96
Group : Self-Propelled Howitzers
Status : Active
Also Known As : Gottohanma
Origin : 
Japan
Contractors : Hitachi, Howa Machinery
Total Production : 24
The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Type 96, also known as Gottohanma, is a 120mm mortar carrier vehicle based on a tracked chassis. It is powered by an eight-cylinder air-cooled two-cycle diesel engine developing 411-hp and allowing a top speed of 50 kph on road. It is equipped with the RT 120 120mm mortar and one M2 12.7mm machine gun for self-defense purpose. The JGSDF deployed the Type 96 self-propelled mortar within field artillery units.
Operators
| Country | Status | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | Active | 20/24 |
Specifications
| Notes | ||
|---|---|---|
| Crew | 5 | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Ground Clearance | 400 millimeter | |
| Height | 3.0 meter | |
| Length | 6.7 meter | |
| Main Gun Caliber | 120 millimeter | |
| Width | 3.0 meter | |
| Mass | ||
| Combat Weight | 23,500 kilogram | |
| Performance | ||
| Max Range | 300 kilometer | |
| Power | ||
| Power | 411 hp | |
| Speed | ||
| Top Speed | 50 kph | |
Photo Gallery
September 2013
Japan Ground Self Defense Force Type 96 120mm mortar carrier
February 2008
JGSDF Type 96 mortar carrier
December 2006
Type 96 mortar
Notes
State Latest Known holdings/Original Procurement
Com - Date of Commissioning
Decom - Date of Decommissioning
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