haubitseihin

Haubitseihin refers to howitzers in Finnish. Howitzers are a type of artillery piece characterized by a relatively high muzzle velocity and a trajectory that allows them to engage targets over obstacles. They are typically designed for indirect fire, meaning the gunner does not have a direct line of sight to the target. This is achieved by firing projectiles in a high arc, allowing them to fall upon the target from above.

The defining features of a howitzer include a relatively long barrel, though shorter than that of a gun, and a chamber designed to accommodate variable propellant charges. This variability in charge allows for adjustment of the projectile's range and trajectory. Howitzers are commonly used for supporting infantry and armored units, bombarding enemy positions, and conducting counter-battery fire.

Historically, howitzers have evolved significantly. Early forms were essentially short, cast-iron mortars, but modern howitzers are complex, precision-engineered weapons. They can be towed, self-propelled on a tracked or wheeled chassis, or even integrated into naval vessels. The development of different types of ammunition, such as high-explosive, smoke, illumination, and cluster munitions, has further enhanced the versatility of howitzers.

The Finnish word "haubitseihin" implies the plural or a case indicating movement towards or into howitzers, depending on the grammatical context. In military contexts, it would directly refer to the artillery pieces themselves.