Krupp C64Go Back to Heavy Cannon Go Back To Weapons Home Weapon: Krupp C64Type: Heavy CannonCountry of Origin: GermanyYear Adopted: 1864Caliber: 78.5mmAction: Breech-Loading CannonOverall Length (mm): 2500.0Weight (kg): 900.00Effective Range (m): 3500 The Krupp C64 was a 19th-century breech-loading field gun developed by the German arms manufacturer Krupp. Introduced in 1864, it represented a significant advancement over traditional muzzle-loading artillery, utilizing a steel construction and Krupp's patented sliding-wedge breech mechanism. Chambered for a 78.5mm caliber shell, the C64 offered improved accuracy, rate of fire, and durability compared to its predecessors. Its adoption marked a shift in artillery technology, as steel breech-loaders gradually replaced bronze muzzle-loaders across European armies. Production of the Krupp C64 was extensive, with thousands manufactured for the Prussian Army and other European militaries throughout the late 19th century. The cannon saw significant use during the Austro-Prussian War of 1866 and the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71, where it played a decisive role in Prussia's battlefield superiority. Its rapid reloading capability and enhanced range allowed for more effective artillery barrages, demonstrating the tactical advantage of breech-loading guns. Following these conflicts, many nations sought to modernize their artillery with similar designs inspired by the C64. The Krupp C64 gained notoriety as one of the first widely adopted breech-loading field guns, influencing artillery development for decades. It solidified Krupp's reputation as a leading arms manufacturer and helped establish Germany as a dominant force in artillery production. While later models such as the C73 and C80 improved upon its design, the C64 remained in service with some armies and reserve units well into the early 20th century. Today, surviving examples are displayed in military museums, serving as a testament to the technological advancements of 19th-century warfare. Related Weapons: 8.8 cm Pak 43 10 cm Nebelwerfer 35 28/32 cm Nebelwerfer 41 21 cm Nebelwerfer 42 3.7 cm TAK 1918 7.7 cm FK 16 7.7 cm FK 96 n.A. Solothurn S-18/100 GalleryNo Articles Found No Videos Found Please Rate the Content on this page 1 - Least Useful 2 3 4 5 - Most Useful Submit