25 Pounder Gun/Howitzer
This British-designed Howitzer is one of the world’s classic artillery pieces. The 1.8 ton piece was issued early in the Second World War as a replacement for the earlier 18-pounder of First World War vintage. During its service, in addition to barrage, the gun was used in an anti-tank role and as a self-propelled unit. The crew of one Non-Commissioned Officer and five men could fire four rounds per minute and the piece would hurl a shell up to 13,400 yards.The 25-Pounder Field Gun/Howitzer was employed by the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery in both the Second World War and in the Korean conflict.
Length: 15’1” Width: 7’0”
Height: 3’10” Weight: 3,600 Lbs
Range: 13,400 Yards
Rate of Fire: 6-8 rds per minute
Length: 15’1” Width: 7’0”
Height: 3’10” Weight: 3,600 Lbs
Range: 13,400 Yards
Rate of Fire: 6-8 rds per minute
The 25 Pounder was first used by the 15th Field Artillery Regiment towards the end of World War I when they replaced the 18 pounders at Fort Steveston. It was equipped with this gun when it was re-roled as Field Artillery and continued to use it until re-equipped with the 105mm C2 in 1957.
The 25 Pounder is towed by the Museum’s Field Artillery Tractor which is registered with vintage plates allowing its use in special occasions including; exhibitions, parades, club activities, community events, weddings and graduations. Everyday pleasure driving is not permitted. Approval for the use of the FAT and 25 Pounder must be provided by the Museum Director or Museum Curator.
The 25 Pounder is towed by the Museum’s Field Artillery Tractor which is registered with vintage plates allowing its use in special occasions including; exhibitions, parades, club activities, community events, weddings and graduations. Everyday pleasure driving is not permitted. Approval for the use of the FAT and 25 Pounder must be provided by the Museum Director or Museum Curator.
The 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA Museum & Archives envisions itself as a nationally and locally recognized museum that preserves and presents the history of the diverse Canadians that have served and are serving in The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery in British Columbia.
The mission of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA Museum and Archives is to engage the Regimental Family and the local community in the story of Vancouver’s Gunners, including the citizen soldiers in peace and war, their units and the affiliated cadet corps that have called the Bessborough Armoury home for generations. The museum will do this by organizing interactive, hands-on and digital content within the Armoury and in an outreach program to local celebrations.
The 15th Field Artillery Museum & Archives requires additional items to complete the 25 Pounder artefact collection. Donations of the following items would be greatly appreciated:
The mission of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA Museum and Archives is to engage the Regimental Family and the local community in the story of Vancouver’s Gunners, including the citizen soldiers in peace and war, their units and the affiliated cadet corps that have called the Bessborough Armoury home for generations. The museum will do this by organizing interactive, hands-on and digital content within the Armoury and in an outreach program to local celebrations.
The 15th Field Artillery Museum & Archives requires additional items to complete the 25 Pounder artefact collection. Donations of the following items would be greatly appreciated:
Canvas covers
Camouflage net
Camouflage net
The 15th Field Artillery Museum & Archives Society is a registered charitable organization. Donations to the Society will provide a charitable tax receipt for the donor. Contact president.vcrgunners@gmail.com for additional information.