The Boeing F/A-18 E/F Hornet variants are armed with the M61A2-based 20mm Gatling gun weapon system produced by General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products. The M61A2 is a lightweight variant of the M61A1 20mm Gatling gun produced by GDATP.
| Gun Type | M61A2, Six-Barrel, 20mm, Externally Powered Gatling Gun System |
|---|---|
| Weight (Total) Gun Feed System Ammunition (Full) |
683 Pounds (311 kg) 202 Pounds (92 kg) 249 Pounds (113 kg) 232 Pounds (105 kg) |
| Rate of Fire | 4,000/6,000 Shots Per Minute |
| Ammunition Capacity | 412 Rounds |
| Ammunition Type | Compatible With All NATO Standardized Agreement 3585 Ammunition |
| Feed System | Rotary, Linkless, Closed Loop |
| Drive System | Hydraulic |
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