Description
The M44 155mm Self-Propelled Howitzer is an American-designed artillery vehicle that played a significant role in the post-World War II era.

Features
- Designation: Developed as a successor to the M41 "Gorilla," designed to provide mobile, protected artillery support for armored and mechanized divisions.
- Armament: Features a 155mm M45 howitzer mounted in an open-topped, rear-facing turret on a chassis derived from the M41 Walker Bulldog light tank.
- Mobility: Powered by an Ordnance Continental AOS-895-3 six-cylinder air-cooled engine, achieving a top speed of approximately 56 km/h (35 mph) on roads.
- Operational Configuration: Open-topped turret design providing excellent visibility and easier loading of heavy 155mm ammunition.
- Transition Vehicle: Served as a bridge transitioning from open-mount designs toward fully enclosed, turreted self-propelled guns like the M109.
- International Service: Exported to several NATO allies, including the United Kingdom, West Germany, Italy, and Turkey.
- Tactical Flexibility: Ability to keep pace with armored units to provide fire support at the "point of contact."

Credits
Base model sourced from Farming Simulator. Converted and configured for Farming Simulator 25.