Type 2 cannon explained
| Type 2 cannon |
| Origin: | Empire of Japan |
| Type: | Aircraft cannon |
| Is Ranged: | yes |
| Is Uk: | yes |
| Used By: | Imperial Japanese Navy |
| Length: | 2089mm |
| Part Length: | 1350mm |
| Weight: | 50.9abbr=onNaNabbr=on |
| Cartridge: | 30x92mmRB (264 g) |
| Caliber: | 30mm |
| Action: | API blowback |
| Rate: | 380 rounds/min |
| Velocity: | 710m/s |
| Feed: | 42 Rounds Drum |
The 30mm Type 2 cannon (二式三十粍固定機銃) [1] was a Japanese Navy autocannon used during World War II. It was a scaled-up version of the 20mm Oerlikon FF cannon.
Specifications
- Caliber: 30 mm (1.2 in)
- Ammunition: 30 x 92RB[2]
- Weight: 51 kg (112 lb)
- Rate of fire: 380 rounds/min
- Muzzle velocity: 710 m/s (2,330 ft/s)
See also
External links
Notes and References
- Book: World War II: The Definitive Encyclopedia and Document Collection [5 volumes]: The Definitive Encyclopedia and Document Collection. 9781851099696. Tucker. Spencer C.. 2016-09-06. Abc-Clio .
- http://www.quarryhs.co.uk/ammotable4.htm 30 MM CALIBRE CARTRIDGES
