Friday, November 21, 2008

GAU-19/A

Origin
United States of America

Contractor/s
General Dynamics

Description: The GAU-19 12.7mm lightweight, three-barrel, machine gun, suitable for land, sea and air platforms, provides lethal firepower.

It has been integrated successfully on scout helicopters (OH-58), lightweight land vehicles (Humvee) and small patrol boats. It can provide engagement against surface and air threats.

Specifications
Dimensions: Diameter 12.70 mm, Length 1,180 mm, Width 200 mm

Weights: Max Weight 63 kg (139 lb)

Other: Max Rate of Fire 2,000 rounds per minute

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Notes
(*) lead contractor
IOC: Initial Operating Capability
FOC: Full Operating Capability
CEP: Circular Error Probable
Comm: Commissioning Date
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Last Updated: Saturday, October 25, 2008

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