MLE 1897 Artillery

The French Canon de 75 modèle 1897 became famous for its effective hydro-pneumatic recoil mechanism, which allowed rapid firing without relaying the whole weapon after every shot. It was a central French field gun during the First World War and remained widely employed afterward. Other countries also adopted or adapted the weapon, extending its service well beyond 1918. The gun’s rapid and controlled recoil cycle helped establish a new standard for field artillery. French armies therefore required a mixture of artillery types, not the famous 75 alone. Ammunition supply and trained crews made its high rate of fire useful in battle. Horses initially towed the weapon, while later armies employed motorized tractors.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1914, Global Empires, Global War 1936, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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