Heavy Cannons

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	75mm field gun M1897 on M2 carriage	An updated version of the French 75mm M1897 field gun, mounted on an M2 carriage for mobility. It was notable for its rapid-firing capability and use in World War II.
	Krupp C64	A Prussian breech-loading field gun introduced in 1864. It utilized steel construction and fired 4-pound shells, providing superior durability and firepower. This cannon was pivotal in the wars of German unification.
	7.7 cm FK 16	A German field gun from World War I, the FK 16 was an improved version of earlier designs with a longer barrel and increased range. It was versatile and used in both direct and indirect fire roles. Many FK 16 guns were repurposed during World War II.
	7.7 cm FK 96 n.A.	The FK 96 n.A. was a German field gun used during World War I, featuring a quick-firing mechanism and good mobility. It served as the main artillery piece for German divisions early in the war. It was gradually replaced by more advanced designs as the war progressed.
	8 cm Kanone C/80	The 8 cm Kanone C/80 was a German field gun introduced in the late 19th century. It was used for both direct fire and light bombardment. Its design influenced later field artillery pieces during World War I.
	9 cm Kanone C/73	The 9 cm Kanone C/73 was a steel breech-loading field gun used by the German Empire. It featured a rifled barrel for increased accuracy and range. It served as a standard artillery piece in the late 19th century.
	Cannone da 149/40 modello 35	An Italian heavy field gun used during World War II. The 149/40 had a long barrel and was capable of delivering powerful, long-range artillery fire. It was used by Italian forces in various theaters of the war, including North Africa and the Eastern Front.
	76 mm divisional gun M1902	A Russian field gun introduced in the early 20th century, the M1902 was widely used in World War I and the Russian Civil War. It was praised for its reliability, accuracy, and mobility. It remained in service for decades in various capacities.
	QF 18-pounder gun	A British field gun used extensively in World War I, the QF 18-pounder was known for its reliability and rate of fire. It was used for both direct and indirect fire support, providing critical artillery support to infantry. The gun remained in service into World War II in secondary roles.
	BL 12-pounder 6 cwt gun	A British field gun used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the BL 12-pounder was known for its reliability and effectiveness. It saw action in colonial conflicts and World War I in secondary roles. Its design influenced later field artillery developments.
	QF 12-pounder 8 cwt gun	A British naval and coastal defense gun used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was also mounted on vehicles for use in desert warfare during World War I. The gun was valued for its accuracy and versatility.
	90mm gun M1/M2/M3	A series of American anti-aircraft and anti-tank guns developed during World War II. They were used in various roles, including mounted on tanks like the M26 Pershing and as anti-aircraft batteries.