Since the days of Napoleon, the artillery piece has been utilized to deadly effect. Artillery became the focal point of many-an-offensive during the days of World War 1 and World War 2 and, since then, base accuracy, range and construction materials have been considerably improved to the point that many world powers can field some type of excellent 155mm field gun design to support infantry and armored force actions. Systems on order as of 2013 are not taken into account.
Towed Artillery strength data through 2012.
Sources: US Library of Congress; CIA.gov/CIA World Factbook; EIA.gov; wikipedia.com; energy.eu; SIPRI.org. Some values estimated based on factors available when official sources are lacking.
MANPOWER:
• Total Populations
• Available Manpower
• Fit for Service
• Reaching Military Age Annually
• Active Military Manpower
• Active Reserve Military Manpower
LAND SYSTEMS:
• Tanks
• Armored Fighting Vehicles
• Self-Propelled Guns
• Towed Artillery Pieces
• Rocket Projectors (MLRS)
• Portable Mortar Systems
• Portable Anti-Tank Weapons
• Logistical Vehicles
AIR POWER:
• Total Aircraft
• Helicopters
• Serviceable Airports
NAVAL POWER:
• Total Strength
• Aircraft Carriers
• Frigates
• Destroyers
• Corvettes
• Submarines
• Coastal Patrol Craft
• Mine Warfare
• Amphibious Assault
RESOURCES:
• Oil Production
• Oil Consumption
• Proven Oil Reserves
LOGISTICAL:
• Labor Force
• Merchant Marine Strength
• Major Ports and Terminals
• Roadway Coverage
• Railway Coverage
FINANCIAL:
• Annual Defense Budget
• External Debt
• Reserves of Foreign Exchange and Gold
• Purchasing Power Parity
GEOGRAPHIC:
• Square Land Area
• Coastline
• Shared Borders
• Waterway Coverage
POWERS BY REGION:
• Africa
• Asia-Pacific
• Europe
• Middle East
• North America
• South America
• Scandinavia
MISCELLANEOUS:
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