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20mm Gatling Gun System
The F-16 fighter is armed with the M61A1-based 20mm Gatling gun system produced by General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products. The weapon system consists of the gun and a linear linkless ammunition feed system, also produced by GDATP. The gun features a 6,000 shot-per-minute rate of fire and is compatible with all M50- and PGU-series ammunition. Specifications |
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Gun Type |
M61A1, Six-Barrel, 20mm, Externally Powered Gatling Gun |
Weight (Total) |
832 (377 kg) |
Rate of Fire |
6,000 Shots Per Minute |
Ammunition Capacity |
511 Rounds |
Ammunition Type |
M50- & PGU-Series Ammunition |
Feed System |
Rotary, Linkless, Closed Loop |
Drive System |
Hydraulic |