37-MM Gun. M1916: Basic Field Manual - Paperback

by Chief of Infantry (Author)

CHARACTERISTICS.-The 37-mm gun, M1916, is a flat trajectory weapon of the field-gun type which fires high explosive shells or low-explosive shells that weigh slightly more than a pound. Five general methods of transporting the weapon are-- a. Gun and cart attached, drawn by mule or horse. b. Gun and carriage unlimbered, drawn on wheels by the gun squad. c. Gun disassembled into three loads consisting of gun and cradle, tripod, and wheels and axle, the first two loads being carried and the wheels and axle being pushed. d. Gun and carriage unlimbered and carried in a truck. e. Gun and carriage broken down for pack transport.