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Land ForcesNorth Korea

M1975

130mm self-propelled gun SPG)Fielded 1975Pending verification
Land ForcesPRK
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System
Type130mm self-propelled gun SPG)
Date of introduction1975
ProliferationOrigin country only
Crew9Med[1]
Emplacement timeless than 3 minMed[1]
Dimensions and weight
Width2.6 m9 ftMed[1]
Height2.6 m9 ftMed[1]
Combat weight25 tMed[1]
Automotive performance
ChassisThis artillery system combines a modified version of a Soviet SM-4-1 130 mm towed coastal defense gun, mounted on a lightly armored tracked chassis.Med[1]
EngineA-650Med[1]
Engine power300 hpMed[1]
Cruising range500 km311 mi · 270 nmiMed[1]
Max road speed45 km/h28 mph · 24 ktMed[1]
Fording depth, without Preparation1.1 mMed[1]
Fording depth, with Preparation1.5 mMed[1]
Protection
Hull ArmorArmor of the M1975 provides some degree of protection for its crew against small arms fire and artillery shell splinters. The gun retains its original splinter shield. Though top of the superstructure is opened. In traveling order it can beMed[1]
Fire control
Main Gun StabilizationYesMed[1]
Weapons and payload options · 1Confidence · Source
Projectile130 mm ammunition
Med[1]
Quantity
INA
Projectile weight
30 kg
Summary

The M1975 is a North Korean 130 mm self-propelled gun. Its actual designation is unknown.

Draft entry. Values come from the cited public sources and are awaiting editor verification.
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North Korea
Sources
  1. M1975 North Korean 130mm Self-Propelled Gun SPG), U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
    Published/updated 2026-03-20 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
Change log
  • 2026-10-10 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import