M44 self-propelled howitzer on public display.
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Right side view of M44 self-propelled howitzer.
Source: US Army -
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The M44 was developed to replace the M41 Gorilla in US service.
The M44 is based on the chassis of the M41 Walker Bulldog light tank.
The M52 was developed alongside the M44. It has a smaller 105mm L/23 howitzer, but is fitted in a turret with limited traverse for better firing angles.
For self-defense a 12.7mm M2HB heavy machine gun is mounted on the roof.
In Japanese service the M44 was replaced by the newer and more capable indigenous Type 75.
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