The G6 Rhino is a 155mm self-propelled howitzer developed for the South African National Defence Force, designed to deliver long-range artillery fire while operating independently across vast, hostile terrain. Unlike tracked artillery systems intended for European battlefields, the G6 was purpose-built for long-distance mobility, survivability, and sustained operations in open environments where infrastructure and support were limited.
Mounted on a large six-wheeled armored chassis, the G6 combines strategic mobility with heavy firepower. Stabilizing hydraulic spades at the front and rear anchor the vehicle during firing, allowing it to deliver accurate artillery fire while remaining capable of rapid displacement. The 155mm gun is capable of firing high-explosive rounds at ranges exceeding 40 miles, with a sustained rate of fire of approximately two to four rounds per minute, emphasizing reach and precision over sheer volume.
For this build, the emphasis was placed on portraying the G6 as a hard-used, operational vehicle rather than a factory-fresh example. Finished in acrylics with restrained use of weathering, the model reflects the dust, heat, and wear associated with extended operations in arid environments. The intent was to capture the G6 Rhino as it was designed to be used - distant, deliberate, and devastatingly effective.
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