Why the 155 mm round is so critical to the war in Ukraine
The 155 mm howitzer round is one of the most requested artillery rounds of the Ukraine war
By TARA COPP
Published - Apr 23, 2023, 01:06 AM ET
Last Updated - Jun 22, 2023, 04:50 AM EDT
WASHINGTON (AP) — The 155 mm howitzer round is one of the most requested artillery munitions of the war in Ukraine. Already the U.S. has shipped more than 1.5 million rounds to Ukraine, but Kyiv is still seeking more.
A look at why this particular munition is so commonly used, and why it's been so critical to the war in Ukraine.
WHAT IS THE 155 MM?
Essentially, the 155 mm round is a very big bullet, made up of four parts: the detonating fuse, projectile, propellant and primer.
