105-mm M52 self-propelled howitzer

The 105-mm M52 self-propelled howitzer was an immediate post-World War II development that used several of the components of the M41 light tank and the 155-mm M44 self-propelled howitzer, which were also developed shortly after the war.

The engine of the M52 is located in the front of the hull, with the turret/crew compartment at the rear. The driver is seated in the left of the turret and has a single-piece hatch cover and a two-piece side door. The gunner is located in the right...