The firing platform attaches to the howitzer lower carriage by using a socket and a locking handle. The eight holes are for the stakes needed to stake the howitzer in position. Platform stakes are issued in three sizes. There are four stakes issued for use in frozen or rocky terrain, and are normally issued only where needed, such as extremely cold areas. There are eight stakes issued, and are used for hard packed ground. Four stakes are issued for use in soft ground.
The firing platform attaches to the howitzer lower carriage by using a socket and a locking handle The eight holes are for the stakes needed to stake the howitzer in position Platform stakes are issued in three sizes There are four stakes issued for use in frozen or rocky terrain and are normally issued only where needed such as extremely cold areas There are eight stakes issued and are used for hard packed ground Four stakes are issued for use in soft ground