M185 (155 mm) - Revision history

U38088265 at 17:18, 29 December 2023

2023-12-29T17:18:38Z

U104930763: /* Available ammunition */ +shell table

2023-12-29T16:31:29Z

‎Available ammunition: +shell table

U28580205: /* Pros and cons */ some changes in case of future BR changes

2023-12-18T06:31:31Z

‎Pros and cons: some changes in case of future BR changes

U22067555: /* External links */ Added template

2023-12-17T11:54:32Z

‎External links: Added template

U139589284: Added general info, usage in battles, and pros/cons.

2023-12-15T02:25:18Z

Added general info, usage in battles, and pros/cons.

U28580205: /* Vehicles equipped with this weapon */

2023-12-15T02:10:40Z

‎Vehicles equipped with this weapon

U139589284: Added Israeli Rochev to the list of vehicles.

2023-12-15T01:55:28Z

Added Israeli Rochev to the list of vehicles.

U38088265: Created page

2023-11-02T16:34:04Z

Created page

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== Description ==
''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.''

=== Vehicles equipped with this weapon ===


* {{Specs-Link|us_m109a1}}
* {{Specs-Link|uk_m109a1}}

== General info ==
''Tell us about the tactical and technical characteristics of the cannon or machine gun.''

=== Available ammunition ===
''Describe the shells that are available for the weapon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells).''

=== Comparison with analogues ===
''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

== Usage in battles ==
''Describe the cannon/machine gun in the game - its distinctive features, tactics of usage against notable opponents. Please don't write a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought.''

=== Pros and cons ===
''Summarise and briefly evaluate the weaponry in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark pros and cons as a list.''

'''Pros:'''
*

'''Cons:'''
*

== History ==
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== Media ==
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== See also ==
''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
* ''reference to the article about the variant of the cannon/machine gun;''
* ''references to approximate analogues by other nations and research trees.''

== External links ==
''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''
* ''topic on the official game forum;''
* ''other literature.''

{{USA tank cannons}}
{{Britain tank cannons}}

[[Category:Tank cannons]]

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 == Description ==
-The M185 is an 155mm howitzer used on the American M109 Paladin SPHs. The M185 was derived from the M126, a shorter barreled version with less muzzle velocity and effective range than the M185. The Paladin participated in many wars, varying from Vietnam to the modern Gulf War in 1991.
+<!-- ''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.'' -->
-Ingame, the M185 is mounted on the M109A1 series of Paladins in USA, Britain, and Israel (Rochev).
+In-game, the M185 is mounted on the M109A1 series of Paladins in USA, Britain, and Israel (Rochev).
 === Vehicles equipped with this weapon ===
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 == General info ==
-The M185 has a very high destructive potential. Having 61mm of penetration for the HE and HE-VT shells, direct hits to most tanks at 6.0-7.0 on spots near the roof will eliminate the crew. Light vehicles and open tops will be annihilated, and the HE-VT can destroy slow moving planes and helicopters with a near hit.
+<!-- ''Tell us about the tactical and technical characteristics of the cannon or machine gun.'' -->
 === Available ammunition ===
-<!--''Describe the shells that are available for the weapon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells).''-->
+<!-- ''Describe the shells that are available for the weapon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells).'' -->
-{{:M185 (155 mm)/Ammunition|M107, M107 (PF), M110}}
+{{:{{PAGENAME}}/Ammunition|M107, M107 (PF), M110}}
 === Comparison with analogues ===
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 == Usage in battles ==
 The M185 works as a typical howitzer: aiming for and above roof sections as well as cupolas is a must. With a better muzzle velocity than the short-barreled M126, it is easier to aim the gun and projectiles reach the target faster. Most vehicles at the same BR as the M109A1 will be able to destroy the M109A1 in a single hit, so make the shots count, work with teammates, and make sure cover is nearby to ensure a safe reload.
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 '''Fighting German tanks:'''
-* If fighting Panthers, shoot the lower section of the gun mantlet above the roof. Alternatively, aim for the cupola as early models of Panthers have a distinctive tall drum cupola that can easily be targeted. The Panther's sides can also be penetrated with HE, only being 40-50mm thick.
+* If fighting Panthers, shoot the lower section of the gun mantlet above the roof. Alternatively, aim for the cupola as early models of Panthers have a distinctive tall drum cupola that can easily be targeted. The Panther's sides can also be penetrated with HE, only being 40-50 mm thick.
 * For the Tiger H1s, shoot the lower section of the gun mantlet right above the roof. The H1 also has the drum cupola, so aiming there will also overpressure and destroy the Tiger. For Tiger Es, shoot the gun mantlet as the cupola is quite small from the front. From the sides, shoot the cupola or turret ring.
 * Tiger IIs will be encountered quite commonly in an uptier. Aim for the cupola if possible or shoot right above the roof on the lower section of the mantlet.
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 === Pros and cons ===
 '''Pros:'''

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 '''Pros:'''
-* Excellent firepower, can deal with vehicles at 6.3-7.3 with ease if aimed properly.
+* Excellent firepower, can deal with vehicles it faces with ease if aimed properly.
-* Gun is still useful with some skill until around 8.0 with the introduction of ERA/composite, more precise CAS, and better weapons.
+* Gun is still useful with some skill until the introduction of ERA/composite, more precise CAS, and better weapons.
 * Easy to aim and relatively quick muzzle velocity make sniping easy.
 '''Cons:'''
-* HE will not be effective on surfaces thicker than 61mm, heavily armored tanks will be tricky to deal with.
+* HE will not be effective on surfaces thicker than 61 mm, heavily armored tanks will be tricky to deal with.
 * Long reload time, missing a shot can be unforgiving.
 * Barrel has a very long size, can be detrimental in urban combat.
 == History ==

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 {{USA tank cannons}}
 {{Britain tank cannons}}
 [[Category:Tank cannons]]

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 * {{Specs-Link|us_m109a1}}
 * {{Specs-Link|uk_m109a1}}
-* [[Rochev]]
+* {{Specs-Link|il_m109a1}}
 == General info ==

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 * {{Specs-Link|us_m109a1}}
 * {{Specs-Link|uk_m109a1}}
 == General info ==
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 '''Pros:'''
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 '''Cons:'''
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 == See also ==
 ''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
 * ''reference to the article about the variant of the cannon/machine gun;''
 * ''references to approximate analogues by other nations and research trees.''
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 == External links ==
 ''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''
 * ''topic on the official game forum;''
 * ''other literature.''