The Constantine heavy field artillery 15 cm is the main heavy field artillery in use by the batteries of the Imperial Army. A revolutionary design, the CHFA15CM was developed by Constantine Company, specifically the Constantine 1 Factory. Caliber: 149.7 mm (5.89 in)149.7 mm (5.89 in) Barrel Length: 2.09 meters (L/14)2.54 meters (L/17) Weight (Firing Position): 2,135 kg (4,706 lbs)2,250 kg (4,960 lbs) Weight (Transport): 2,820 kg (6,217 lbs)~2,860 kg (6,305 lbs) Shell Weight (HE): 40.5 to 42 kg (89 to 93 lbs)42 kg (93 lbs) Muzzle Velocity: 365 m/s (1,197 ft/s)377 to 381 m/s (1,236+ ft/s) Maximum Range: 8,500 meters (9,295 yds)8,800 to 9,400 meters Rate of Fire: 3 to 4 rounds per minute3 to 4 rounds per minute Elevation Range: 0° to +45°0° to +45° Traverse Range: 5° total (2.5° left / right)5° total (2.5° left / right)