75/27 Cannon Model 1911

It was the first artillery piece to introduce the split trail, as well as the last to utilize its novel dual-recoil system. The former became a very popular feature on artillery pieces through to the modern day. The later, while functional, did not get repeated. The dual-recoil system consisted of a small tubular recoil under the barrel which in turn traveled in a traditional rectangular cradle. This lessened heat transfer from the gun barrel to the recoil mechanism effectively, but was not necessary for the added complexity. Some guns had two crew seats on the front of the gun shield. The gun was used by the Italian army throughout World War I and remained on strength well into World War II. Many pieces even saw service with German forces fighting in Northern Italy from 1943 until the end of the war, as the 7.5 cm Feldkanone 244(i). Modello 11s were retired from active service in 1950. One cannon was also sold to Finland in 1929 where it was designated as "75 K 11". • Illustration — Rear view.

• Name — Cannone da 75 modello 11 • Origin — France • Type — Field gun • Is Artillery — yes • Service — 1912–45 • Used By — Kingdom of Italy Nazi Germany Finland • Wars — World War I World War II • Manufacturer — Vickers-Terni, Armstrong • Number — 1341 • Weight — 1,076 kg (travel) 1,015 kg (combat) • Part Length — 2.13 m L/28.4p • Cartridge — Fixed QF 75 x 185mm R • Cartridge Weight — 6.35 kg • Caliber — 75 mm (2.95 in) • Rate — 4-6 rpm • Velocity — 510 m/s (1,670 ft/s) • Max Range — 10,240 m • Breech — Nordenfelt eccentric screw • Recoil — hydro spring dual recoil • Carriage — Split trail • Elevation — -15° to +65° • Traverse — 52° 9'