GAU-8/A 30mm Gatling Gun System
The GAU-8/A produced by General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products is a 30mm Gatling gun system integrated in the U.S. Air Force's A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft and the Goalkeeper Close-In Weapon System. The GAU-8/A provides a reliable, high-rate-of-fire, combat-proven weapon system for close air support and shipboard defense missions.
Specifications
| Gun Type | Seven-Barrel, 30mm, Externally Powered Gatling Gun |
|---|---|
| Weight | 620 Pounds (281 kg) |
| Rate of Fire | Up to 4,200 Shots Per Minute |
| Dispersion | 5 Milliradians Diameter, 80 Percent Circle |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3,400 Feet (1,036m) Per Second |
| Average Recoil Force | 10,000 Pounds (44.5 kN) |
| Drive System | Hydraulic, Electric, Pneumatic |
| Feed System | Linked or Linkless |
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