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Reloading the 76 mm Sovraponte mounting

The reported reload time is under 20 minutes, with replenishment between engagements preferred to running empty.

Question

How long does the non-penetrating 76 mm Sovraponte take to reload?

Short answer

The reported estimate is under 20 minutes from empty with a manual team; the preferred practice is to replenish after an engagement before it runs empty.

Notes

A team can manually reload the mounting if personnel are available and prepared to do the work. The reported estimate for a complete reload from empty is less than 20 minutes. Replenishing after an engagement is preferred to waiting until the ammunition supply is completely exhausted. It would restore the ready supply before another demand on the weapon. That opportunity, together with the available personnel, conditions the practical value of the reload estimate.