It saw service in Northern Ireland during the Troubles in 1973 and 1975. In 1976 it became 47 Field Regiment Royal Artillery, initially equipped with the 105mm light gun, before moving on to the Abbott self-propelled gun in 1981. 21 Battery and elements of 43 Battery deployed to the South Atlantic during the Falklands War in 1982.
The unit was employed in Northern Ireland during the conflict in 1973 and 1975. In 1976, it became part of 47 Field Regiment Royal Artillery, initially armed with the 105mm light gun, before switching to the Abbott self-propelled gun in 1981. Notably, 21 Battery and components of 43 Battery participated in the Falklands War in 1982.