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Rock Island Arsenal
Country: United States
Founded: 1862
Headquarters: Rock Island, Illinois, USA
About Rock Island Arsenal
Rock Island Arsenal (RIA) is a United States Army installation in Rock Island, Illinois, and one of the largest government-owned weapons manufacturing arsenals in the country. It manufactures and provides field support for a wide variety of weapons, military equipment, and combat support equipment.
Specializations
- Artillery
- Weapons Manufacturing
- Logistics Equipment
- Defense Maintenance
Notable Programs
- M198 Howitzer (assembly)
- M119 Howitzer
- Caisson Production
- M1 Garand (historical)
- Various Field Artillery
Weapon Systems (1)
- M198 Howitzer - 155mm Towed Howitzer [land]