D-30 Soviet 122 mm towed Howitzer

An Afghan national army 203rd Corps artillery soldier pulls the handle to fires a D-30 Soviet 122 mm towed Howitzer during field weapons training, Oct. 26, in Gardez, Afghanistan. On this particular day, the soldiers fired high explosive rounds with a point-detonating fuse. The Howitzer fires 6-9 miles away from its target. U.S and Romanian soldiers advise the ANA and assist with targeting, trajectory and safety during the training courses scheduled throughout the year. Photo by Tech. Sgt. Patrick Hyde