The 25mm GAU-12/U Gatlign gun system produced by General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products was recently selected for the Joint Strike Fighter, a new attack aircraft with future roles in all major branches of the military. With muzzle velocities of 3,400 and 3,560 feet per second and a firing rate of 4,200 shots per minute, the GAU-12/U provides an effective, lethal weapon for a variety of combat missions.
| Gun Type | Five-Barrel, 25mm, Externally Powered Gatling Gun |
|---|---|
| Weight | 270 Pounds (123 kg) ) |
| Rate of Fire | Up to 4,200 Shots Per Minute |
| Dispersion | 7 Milliradians Diameter, 80 Percent Circle |
| Muzzle Velocity (TP, HEI Ammunition) (API Ammunition) |
3,560 Feet (1,085m) Per Second 3,400 Feet (1,036m) Per Second |
| Average Recoil Force | Hydraulic, Electric, Pneumatic |
| Feed System | Linked or Linkless |
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