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Canada WW II AFV Catalog

Self-propelled Gun
Sexton

 

Technical & Tactical Description

Main modifications Sexton I Sexton II
Date of production 1943 1943-1945
Weight, t   25,855
Dimensions, mm:

   Length

   Width

   Height

   Clearance

  6120

2720

2440

432

Engine type   carburetor
Continental R-975-4
Engine power, h.p.   484
Max speed, km/h   40
Max range, km   290
Armor thickness, mm:

   Hull front

   Hull side

   Hull rear

   Turret

  107

38

38

13-50

Crew, men   6
Armament 1 x 25 pounds (87,6 mm) Mk. II or Mk. III howitzer

2  x 7,7 mm Bren machine gun

1 x 25 pounds (87,6 mm) Mk. II or Mk. III howitzer

2  x 7,7 mm Bren machine gun

Total number produced 124 2026

See also:
APC  Ram Kangaroo

 

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