Ho-204 was a Japanese aircraft autocannon that saw limited use during World War II. It was the largest gun to see active service derived from the Model 1921 Aircraft Browning. It was used as upward-oblique armament in the Ki-46-III.[1]

Specifications

  • Caliber: 37 mm (1.45 in)
  • Overall length: 2,390  mm (94  in)
  • Barrel length: 1,260  mm (49.6  in)
  • Ammunition: 37 x 144 (475 g)
  • Weight: 130 kg (285 lb)
  • Rate of fire: 400 rounds/min
  • Muzzle velocity: 710 m/s (2,330 ft/s)

See also


References

  1. ^ Gustin & Williams, p. 185

Bibliography

  • Gustin, Emmanuel; Williams, Anthony G. (2003). Flying Guns: The Development of Aircraft Guns, Ammunition and Installations 1933–1945. Marlborough, UK: Airlife. ISBN 978-1-84037-227-4.


Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ho-204_cannon
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