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Honest John

A surface-to-surface unguided rocket used as long-range artillery. This rocket could carry a nuclear or conventional warhead and was used for close support of front line troops. Its launcher was mounted on a standard Army truck making it very simple and mobile. U.S. Army

Length: 27 feet
Diameter: 30 inches
Weight: 5,800 pounds
Propellant: Solid
Range: 12 miles
First Fired: 1951
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2 comments

Don Sutherland said:

Great shot.
12 years ago

Blue rubber octopus said:

I bet. Lots of stuff going on out there in the desert.
12 years ago